The Denver Broncos are releasing linebacker Randy Gregory as part of the team’s effort to focus on younger players, sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter on Wednesday.
The 30-year-old Gregory, who has nine tackles and a sack in four games this season, will be a free agent.
Gregory signed a five-year, $70 million deal prior to the 2022 season. His $14 million base salary this season and another $5 million next season is fully guaranteed, according to the Roster Management System.
The 2015 second-round pick has played six seasons for the Broncos and Cowboys, with 95 tackles, 19.5 sacks, 10 forced fumbles and an interception in 48 career games.
Linebacker Nik Bonitto replaced Gregory as a starter last week against the Chicago Bears and helped force a game-tying sack-fumble that was returned for a touchdown.