What happened: The Denver Broncos are giving cornerback Pat Surtain II a $5 million raise for this season, his agent Tory Dandy confirmed. The adjustment also builds in a chance to earn another $5 million next year if Surtain makes the All-Pro team or Pro Bowl in 2026.

Why it matters: Surtain is the cornerstone of Denver's secondary, and the move keeps him paid in step with a cornerback market that one agent recently described as "going up like crazy." Rather than a full new deal, the raise functions as a near-term sweetener that signals the Broncos' intent to retain him long term while the position's price tag keeps climbing.

What to watch: Watch for whether the adjustment is a precursor to a larger multi-year extension before the season, and how Surtain's reset compares to the next cornerbacks to sign.