Broncos, OL Alex Palczewski agree on 2-year deal

Palczewski started 10 games at left guard for the AFC Championship Game participants in 2025.

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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The Denver Broncos have agreed to a two-year contract with offensive lineman Alex Palczewski. Palczewski, 26, started 10 of the 17 regular-season games he played for the Broncos in 2025, replacing an injured starter at left guard. He played on 58% of the Broncos' offensive snaps and allowed the third-fewest quarterback pressures among all NFL guards who played at least 375 snaps.

Why it matters

Retaining Palczewski provides the Broncos with valuable offensive line depth and continuity as they look to build on their 2025 AFC Championship Game appearance. Palczewski's strong performance in limited action last season suggests he could be a long-term solution at guard for the team.

The details

Palczewski, who was set to become a restricted free agent, signed a two-year deal to remain with the Broncos. He first joined the team as an undrafted free agent in 2023 but did not appear in any games that season due to injury. In 2024, he made three starts at right tackle in place of the injured Mike McGlinchey. Last season, Palczewski stepped in at left guard for 10 games, playing 58% of the Broncos' offensive snaps and allowing the third-fewest quarterback pressures among guards with at least 375 snaps played.

  • Palczewski signed the two-year contract with the Broncos on Thursday, March 6, 2026.
  • In 2025, Palczewski started 10 of the 17 regular-season games he played for the Broncos.
  • Palczewski was set to become a restricted free agent next week when the 2026 league year begins.

The players

Alex Palczewski

A 26-year-old offensive lineman who has played for the Denver Broncos since 2023, making 13 starts over the past three seasons.

Ben Powers

The Broncos' starting left guard who was injured, leading to Palczewski filling in for him in 2025.

Mike McGlinchey

The Broncos' starting right tackle who was injured in 2024, leading to Palczewski making three starts at that position.

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What they’re saying

“Retaining Alex was a priority for us this offseason. He stepped up big time when called upon last year and proved he can be a valuable contributor to our offensive line.”

— George Paton, General Manager, Denver Broncos (Broncos.com)

What’s next

The Broncos will look to Palczewski to provide continued depth and stability on their offensive line as they aim to build on their 2025 AFC Championship Game appearance.

The takeaway

The Broncos' decision to re-sign Palczewski to a two-year deal highlights the value of developing undrafted free agent talent and building continuity along the offensive line. Palczewski's strong performance in limited action last season suggests he could be a long-term solution at guard for the team.