Although Russell Wilson is gone, things remain difficult in Denver. Veteran wide receiver Courtland Sutton was absent for the start of the Broncos’ voluntary workouts because he is seeking a new contract, according to NFL Media.
Sutton currently has two years remaining on a four-year, $60.8 million extension he signed in November 2021. Only $2 million of that deal remains in guaranteed money, however, and given the rise skyrocketing receiver salaries, Sutton is likely hoping to receive a new offer more in line with his likely market value.
The 28-year-old has done a lot with a little during his time in Denver. Despite the Broncos’ lack of consistency at quarterback, Sutton has been a productive player since joining the NFL in 2018. He made the Pro Bowl in 2019 and caught 10 touchdowns last season despite ranking just 56th. of the league for targets.
Sutton continued to produce after a torn ACL injury early in the 2020 season. This season, he is projected to enter the top 10 in career franchise marks for receptions, yards and touchdown receptions. Unlike many players currently ahead of him, Sutton has spent the majority of his career without a Hall of Fame quarterback throwing the ball to him.
Sutton has been the subject of trade speculation in recent years, alongside former teammate Jerry Jeudy. While Jeudy was ultimately traded to Cleveland this offseason, Sutton remained in Denver, where he continues to toil within an offense that still lacks a franchise quarterback.
