Ben Powers' pain threshold becomes Broncos' Super Bowl template

His reworked contract guarantees $5 million for 2026.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 271 min read

In a sports world where players become pawns for agents — see former #Nuggets forward Peyton Watson — guard Ben Powers b Via @TroyRenck on X

What happened: Powers returned from a torn left biceps and played Denver's final five games with a Lisfranc foot injury. He then signed a one-year, $6 million restructured contract for 2026.

Why it matters: Retaining the veteran starter gives the Broncos continuity at left guard. His comparison with former Nuggets forward Peyton Watson sharpens a broader debate over agent influence in Denver sports.

By the numbers: Powers started 39 consecutive games after joining Denver in 2023, then missed nine games in 2025. His new deal includes $2 million in incentives and carries a $10.6 million cap charge.

What to watch: Powers' bid to retain the starting left guard job continues through the remainder of the preseason.

Sources

@TroyRenck 2026-08-27T11:32:28.627680+00:00

CONVERSATION

Loading comments…

NFLAnalysisDenver BroncosDenver NuggetsBen PowersPeyton Watson

Follow NFL Intelligence

Real-time signals and analysis

@WireReportNFL

WR Pro

The day's sports, briefed to your inbox at 7am ET. Every claim sourced.

$9/month Free weekly newsletter →