
#40 LB · Denver Broncos
Height
6'3"
Weight
235 lbs
Age
29
College
Wake Forest
Draft
2020, Rd 5, #178
Experience
6 yrs
LB Rank
#200 / 349
Grade this player:
| Year | Team | GP | Tkl | Sacks | INT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | ![]() | 83 | 177 | 7.5 | 1 |
| 2025 | ![]() | 16 | 58 | 4.5 | 1 |
| 2024 | ![]() | 17 | 73 | 3.0 | 0 |
| 2023 | ![]() | 17 |
Length
3 years
Total Value
$18.0M
Guaranteed
$10.0M
AAV
$6.0M/yr
The Broncos handed Justin Strnad a fair market deal that reflects his steady but unspectacular production, earning a C CVI that captures both the reasonable AAV and the inherent limitations of investing $6M annually in a rotational linebacker. At this salary range, Denver needed more than a part-time contributor, but Strnad's track record suggests he's exactly that — a reliable depth piece who can spot start without elevating the defense to another level. The three-year commitment shows faith in his development trajectory, though at 27, he's likely already reached his ceiling as a solid rotational player rather than a future starter. The $10M guaranteed provides Denver with cost certainty while giving them flexibility to move on after two seasons if needed, which is smart structuring for a player in this production tier. This signing represents competent roster management rather than a difference-maker acquisition — Strnad will contribute without breaking the budget, but he won't be the linebacker who transforms Denver's defensive identity.
Justin Strnad earns a D grade as a veteran linebacker providing depth for Denver's defense. The Broncos have invested heavily in their linebacking corps, and Strnad fills a role as a dependable backup who can step in when injuries occur. His contributions have been modest but professional — he knows the scheme, tackles reliably, and doesn't make costly mistakes. Denver's defense has bigger pieces driving its success, and Strnad is a supporting player who keeps things stable. The grade reflects a player doing what's asked at a replacement level without excelling beyond his role.
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| 2022 | ![]() | 17 | 5 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 2021 | ![]() | 16 | 36 | 0.0 | 0 |
Updated Mar 19, 2026
Recent seasons are weighted more heavily in the overall performance grade.
D
2025
(50% weight)
C+
2024
(30% weight)
F
2023
(20% weight)