Broncos face potential $30M challenge with Ja'Quan McMillan's contract next season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 8:35 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The Denver Broncos may encounter a significant contractual challenge regarding nickel cornerback Ja'Quan McMillan after the 2026 season. ESPN's Seth Walder predicts McMillan will secure the largest contract for a nickel cornerback, projected to exceed the current record of $30 million set in 2024. McMillan has consistently performed well, totaling nine pass breakups and four sacks during the 2025 season. The Broncos face a decision on whether to agree to potentially costly terms for McMillan’s extension to keep him in Denver amidst rising demand for elite cornerback talent.
- •Ja'Quan McMillan is projected to become the highest-paid nickelback in 2027.
- •The current record for a nickel defender's contract is $30 million over three years.
- •McMillan has recorded two interceptions each season from 2023 to 2025.
- •He finished the 2025 season with 56 tackles and 4.0 sacks.
- 8:35 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos predicted to face tricky $30M+ problem with star CB after 2026 season
"This prediction might become a bit of a problem for Denver next offseason.
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