Broncos sign Pat Surtain to massive contract extension

There is a new highest-paid defensive back in NFL history.

The Denver Broncos have inked cornerback Pat Surtain to massive contract extension. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, it’s a four-year, $96 million deal that also includes $77.5 million guaranteed which makes him the new No. 1 on the list:

Surtain, 24, is considered one of the NFL’s best players at his position.

Denver selected Surtain the first round of the 2021 NFL draft. He is a two-time Pro Bowler and one-time All-Pro. Surtain has totaled 187 tackles, 36 pass breakups and seven interceptions through his first three seasons in the NFL.

Earlier this offseason, the Broncos signed guard Quinn Meinerz to a four-year, $80 million deal.

Surtain’s extension comes after Denver moved on from safety Justin Simmons this spring.