Broncos Re-Sign TE Nate Adkins to 1-Year Contract

Adkins has played 36 career games for the Broncos and started 17 contests.

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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The Denver Broncos have re-signed tight end Nate Adkins to a one-year contract. Adkins has played 36 career games for the Broncos and started 17 contests, catching 24 passes for 185 yards and four touchdowns. He has been a key contributor in the run game and on special teams for the Broncos over the past two seasons.

Why it matters

Retaining Adkins provides continuity and depth at the tight end position for the Broncos' offense. As a strong blocker and special teams contributor, Adkins is an important piece of the team's roster.

The details

Adkins, a 6-foot-3, 252-pound player, joined the Broncos as a college free agent following the 2023 NFL Draft. In addition to Adkins, the Broncos have also re-signed tight end Adam Trautman, offensive lineman Alex Palczewski, and inside linebacker Alex Singleton ahead of the new league year.

  • Adkins has played at least 30% of the Broncos' offensive snaps in games in which he's appeared over the past two seasons.
  • Adkins played a career-high 59% of Denver's special teams snaps in 2024.

The players

Nate Adkins

A tight end who has played 36 career games for the Denver Broncos, starting 17 contests, and has caught 24 passes for 185 yards and four touchdowns.

Adam Trautman

A tight end who the Broncos have also re-signed ahead of the new league year.

Alex Palczewski

An offensive lineman who the Broncos have re-signed ahead of the new league year.

Alex Singleton

An inside linebacker who the Broncos have re-signed ahead of the new league year.

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The takeaway

The Broncos' decision to re-sign Nate Adkins demonstrates their commitment to retaining key contributors on both offense and special teams as they look to build on their roster for the upcoming season.