Veteran Special Teamer Finds His Calling with Broncos

In the past few years, Denver Broncos special teams coordinator Darren Rizzi has kept a close eye on veteran wide receiver Trent Sherfield, envisioning how he could fit into his system. Now, Rizzi's vision has become a reality, as Sherfield has joined the Broncos on a 2-year, $6.04 million contract.

Sherfield, who has been a free agent several times in his career, has established himself as a valuable special teams contributor, making the playoffs with four different teams since joining the league as an undrafted free agent in 2018. Rizzi has long admired Sherfield's tenacious coverage and blocking abilities, and he is excited to have the veteran on his side.

Sherfield's offseason journey has been marked by a shift in mindset, as he has embraced his role as a core special teamer and physical blocker, rather than solely focusing on his receiving abilities. This change in perspective has paid off, as the Broncos have been impressed with his performance in training camp, where he has been a frequent target for the team's quarterbacks.

Offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi praised Sherfield's blocking skills, while head coach Sean Payton highlighted his toughness and ability to stretch the field. Sherfield credits his time with the 49ers for instilling the importance of physical play in the run game, a trait that has made him a valuable asset for the Broncos.