Riley Moss could secure 17 million dollar annual salary after 2026

Denver Broncos cornerback Riley Moss is projected to command a 17 million dollar annual salary when he reaches free agency following the 2026 season. ESPN analyst Seth Walder notes that this valuation matches the average annual value of the contract signed by Jaylen Watson with the Los Angeles Rams this past offseason. Although Moss led all cornerbacks in penalty yards last season, he remains a key starter in the Denver defensive secondary alongside Patrick Surtain II. The Broncos could potentially retain the cornerback through a long-term extension, utilize the franchise tag, or execute a tag-and-trade move to manage the salary cap. Given the difficulty of acquiring starting-caliber outside cornerbacks, analysts expect him to draw significant interest on the open market. The organization must determine his future role as they look to maintain their status as a top contender in the AFC.

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