NFL Free Agency starts on March 9th, and the next few days will feature several Denver Broncos rumors. While free agency doesn't officially start until Wednesday, the league has "legal tampering" days leading up to the start of the new team year, meaning teams can discuss contracts with any player - although a deal can't be signed until Wednesday. With that in mind, here are a few of the more interesting rumors and news tidbits on the Broncos.
Malik Jackson to join Jaguars
Former Denver Broncos defensive end Malik Jackson is finalizing a deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars that would make him the fourth-highest paid defensive lineman in the NFL, reports 9News's Mike Klis. The deal is worth $90 million over five years, with $42 million guaranteed. Jacksonville out-bid the Raiders, Bears, and Broncos for his services.
Brock Osweiler to sign with either Broncos or Texans
Quarterback Brock Osweiler will either re-sign with the Denver Broncos or will sign with the Houston Texans, reports ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Denver and Houston shape up as the two primary potential landing spots for free-agent QB Brock Osweiler.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 8, 2016
Denver offered Osweiler a three-year deal worth $45 million, but he wants to see what he can get on the open market, and the Texans are the team that is pursuing him the hardest.
Broncos release Owen Daniels, Aaron Brewer, Louis Vasquez
Denver announced that they have released tight end Owen Daniels, offensive lineman Louis Vasquez, and long snapper Aaron Brewer. The moves are designed to help them create the cap space they need to help them re-sign most of their remaining free agents, including Osweiler. It's clear they don't want to lose any more of their star players after losing Jackson to the Jaguars.