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Justin Simmons encouraged to return to Broncos after retirement

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 3:26 AM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Justin Simmons encouraged to return to Broncos after retirement

Summary

Justin Simmons, a former All-Pro safety for the Denver Broncos, has been urged by Bleacher Report's Alex Kay to come out of retirement and rejoin the Broncos. Simmons, who spent eight seasons in Denver without making the playoffs, retired on April 29 after an unproductive season with the Atlanta Falcons. The Broncos faced safety challenges in the 2025 season following an injury to Brandon Jones, highlighting a potential need for experienced talent like Simmons. His past success includes a Pro Bowl selection in 2020 and leading the league in interceptions with six in 2022.

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By the Numbers

•Justin Simmons retired from the NFL on April 29, 2026.
•Simmons played for the Broncos from 2016 to 2023, missing playoffs each year.
•He had a notable 2022 season, leading the NFL in interceptions.
•The Broncos struggled with safety depth after Brandon Jones' injury in 2025.
•Alex Kay suggests Simmons could help the Broncos' Super Bowl aspirations.

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3:26 AMYahoo Sports — Former Broncos All-Pro Urged to Come Out of Retirement

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Bleacher Report's Alex Kay urged former Broncos All-Pro safety Justin Simmons to come out of retirement and join his old team. The post Former Broncos All-Pro Urged to Come Out of Retirement appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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