Justin Simmons Retires as Bronco, Cheering from Fan Life

On April 29th, Justin Simmons just announced he's retiring from the NFL, and he's doing it as a Denver Bronco.

Drafted by the team in the third round back in 2016, he spent eight solid years suiting up for Denver before a one-year stint with the Atlanta Falcons in 2024.

The safety rect of four second team all pro nods and two pro bowl trips, leaving a mark on the game.

The Broncos hit their stride last season, making the playoffs for the first time in almost a decade, snagging their first division title in 10 years, and even hosting the AFC Championship game in 2025.

Simmons watched it all from afar, feeling that deep connection to the squad that shaped his career.

Denver's pride runs deep for the Broncos, and Simmons gets it, he calls it the heart of the city's sports soul.

He stayed tight with old teammates like Tackle Garibolas and Wide Out Cortland Sudden, texting them encouragement through the grind, and celebrating their wins like family.

Now stepping into life after football, Simmons plans to dive headfirst into fan life, hitting gains from the stands and tailgating for the very first.

Time. He feels part of the foundation they built, proud of the rally around the team on streets like Larimer.

As he closes this chapter, Simmons leaves a legacy of pure passion and heart for winning, thrilled to see the Broncos thriving and ready to cheer them.

On from Broncos Country.