# Luke Wattenberg's Big Contract & Injury Risk

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Podcast: [Denver Broncos News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/denver-broncos-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7433788)
Published: 2026-06-21T05:18:04+00:00
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The Denver Broncos just handed Luke Wattenberg a four-year, $48 million extension — a huge vote of confidence in the 28-year-old center who’s now entering his fifth season as a starter. Drafted in the fifth round in 2022, Wattenberg quietly emerged as the team’s anchor after stepping in when the previous starter left, despite missing time due to injuries — including a shoulder issue that sidelined him during the playoffs last year. Praised by the new offensive coordinator as the “smartest center” he’s ever worked with, Wattenberg brings elite football IQ and chemistry with QB Bo Nix. But with Alex Forsyth entering a contract year and young talent like Nick Gargiuolo and rookie Kage Casey developing behind him, Wattenberg’s biggest challenge is staying healthy. The Broncos are betting big on him to be their consistent offensive linemen for years to come — and he’s got until 2029 to prove he can deliver. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c2789bfd1c807615

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