Broncos Secure Courtland Sutton with Explosive $92 Million Deal — What This Means for Their Championship Hopes

His fortunes changed with the hiring of Sean Payton. In Payton’s offense, Sutton emerged as a premier end-zone target capable of making tough, contested catches. While Sutton gained only 772 receiving yards, he hauled in 10 touchdowns, many of which came on some spectacular plays.

AdvertisementAdvertisementWith Sutton under contract, he’ll once again serve as the top target for Broncos second-year quarterback Bo Nix. Upon hearing the news, Nix seemed thrilled, saying he was “absolutely” excited about Sutton’s new deal.

With Sutton under contract, he’ll once again serve as the top target for Broncos second-year quarterback Bo Nix. Upon hearing the news, Nix seemed thrilled, saying he was “absolutely” excited about Sutton’s new deal.

Things got even better for Sutton in 2024. While his touchdowns declined, he became a more consistent option in the Broncos’ passing game, setting a new career high in catches and going over 1,000 receiving yards for the second time in his career.Sutton, 29, is coming off one of his best seasons in the NFL. He hauled in a career-high 81 passes for 1,081 yards and 8 touchdowns. All three of those figures led Broncos pass catchers last season.