The Broncos should try to re-sign fullback Adam Prentice

LANDOVER, MARYLAND - NOVEMBER 30: Adam Prentice #46 of the Denver Broncos looks on during the national anthem prior to an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on November 30, 2025 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Sean Payton loves a little old school smash-mouth football with a fullback who can blow up the line of scrimmage for a tough yard, but also be a reliable pass catcher out of the backfield.

One of the more successful short yardage plays for the Broncos in 2025 was the fullback draw that seemed to work more than traditional handoffs to the halfbacks most of the time for the Broncos.

The Broncos brought Adam Prentice over in 2025 to fit just this role, and it was honestly a very successful move for a position that is constantly a part of the offensive game plan each week. With the Broncos wanting to keep this wrinkle in their offense and Prentice having familiarity with the scheme, he seems like a likely free agent signing for the Broncos.

Player Profile

Height: 6'
Weight: 245 pounds
Age: 29
Experience: 5 NFL seasons
2025 stats: 10 rushes for 44 yards, 7 rushing first downs, 6 receptions for 53 yards, 3 receiving first downs

OverTheCap projects his salary to be in the $2M range.

Why the Broncos should sign

Prentice is yet another player whom the Broncos know and who was successful for them last season. He knows this offense and was a serious producing role player for their offense last season.

Why the Broncos shouldn't sign

You don't sign Prentice if you are looking to go young at this position. This saves some small amount of cap space (fullbacks aren't costly in the first place). The other angle is that there may be a reason not to sign another free agent that may impact your compensatory picks next season.

Final thoughts

I love what Adam Prentice did for this team last season. He's a hell of a football player who makes his snaps count. This offense is better with him able to step in from time to time and put defenses on their heels.

I'd resign Prentice in a heartbeat for another two years. I think he's a great fit for the offense and would help this offense continue getting better overall this season.

Hit us up in the comments and let us know what all of you out there in Broncos Country think about bringing back Prentice in 2026.