Broncos and GM Paton reach agreement on new 5-year contract
George Paton’s new deal follows a turnaround built on strong drafts, free-agent additions and a 14-3 season, team officials said.
- On Friday, the Denver Broncos signed general manager George Paton to a 5-year contract extension through 2030. CEO Greg Penner said the deal "reflects our confidence in his leadership, vision and the overall direction of our team."
- The partnership between Paton and head coach Sean Payton proved essential to the franchise's rebound from a 5-11 record in 2020 to a 14-3 season last year. Their collaboration stabilized Denver's football operations after early missteps.
- Paton rebuilt the roster through 38 draft picks following the 2022 trade for Russell Wilson and Nathaniel Hackett's dismissal. His selections, including All-Pro cornerback Pat Surtain II, established a young core foundation.
- Players graded Paton with an 'A' on the 2026 NFLPA team-by-team survey, while Penner emphasized his "strong commitment toward building a winning roster" alongside head coach Sean Payton. Internal alignment strengthens the organization.
- Securing Paton through 2030 signals Denver's commitment to long-term stability over quick fixes. The organization's draft-and-develop model positions the Broncos as a perennial contender within the AFC West.
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Broncos extend GM George Paton through 2030
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — General manager George Paton signed a five-year contract with the Denver Broncos on Friday that runs through the 2030 season. Paton had a year left on his contract when he signed the new deal, which owner and CEO Greg Penner said “reflects our confidence in his leadership, vision and the overall direction of [...]
Broncos give GM George Paton a new deal and double down on their direction through 2030
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) General manager George Paton signed a five-year contract with the Denver Broncos on Friday that runs through the 2030 season.Paton had a year left on his contract when he signed the new deal, which owner and CEO Greg Penner said reflects our confidence in his leadership, vision and the overall direction of our team.Penner praised Paton's forming (of) a collaborative and supportive partnership with Sean Payton," the head coa…
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