Broncos Out of Race for Brandin Cooks Signing
Brandin Cooks is once again on the move, having left the New Orleans Saints for the second time in his career. Following recent developments, speculation has arisen about his next destination. Teams including the Broncos, Rams, and Bills were considered potential landing spots. However, recent reports indicate that the Broncos are out of the running.
Broncos Out of Race for Brandin Cooks Signing
According to Chris Tomasson from the Denver Gazette, the Broncos will not pursue a deal for Cooks. This news comes as a surprise, given the team’s impressive 9-2 record. Fans had anticipated a possible reunion with Cooks, particularly since he was originally drafted by the Saints in 2014 when Sean Payton was the head coach.
NBA Career Highlights
- Cooks was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in 2014.
- He spent three seasons with the Saints before being traded to the New England Patriots.
- From 2018 to 2019, Cooks was coached by Sean McVay with the Los Angeles Rams.
While the Broncos are now ruled out, Cooks may have other teams in mind. For instance, the Buffalo Bills could benefit from adding another weapon for quarterback Josh Allen. Additionally, the Rams may offer Cooks a familiar role within their offense.
The decision for Cooks to leave New Orleans—especially forgoing over $2 million in salary—leaves many wondering about his future. As he remains a free agent, the question arises as to his motivations and potential options moving forward.
