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Next season, the Denver Broncos are poised to introduce two fresh faces as starting safeties on opening day.
Justin Simmons, still unsigned after being released, appears unlikely to return to the Broncos. Meanwhile, Kareem Jackson, also a free agent, temporarily lost his starting position due to injury and faces an uncertain future with the team.
P.J. Locke, who assumed Jackson’s role during his absence, has been re-signed to a lucrative two-year, $7 million deal in the offseason. Locke is eager to step up as a leader within the team.
Locke recently suggested the idea of organizing an NFL defensive back retreat, similar to the well-known Tight End University initiated by Travis Kelce and George Kittle. His proposal has sparked enthusiasm among fellow defensive backs, including teammate Pat Surtain II, who expressed long-standing interest in such an event.
Locke responded enthusiastically, indicating plans to make the retreat a reality in the coming year.
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Simmons quickly joined the conversation, playfully suggesting that established players like Darius Slay, Quandre Diggs, Kareem Jackson, and Tyrann Mathieu should have already initiated such a tradition. Locke responded jokingly, accusing them of being full of it and specifically targeting Jackson for his supposed affinity for cow manure.
The banter continued as the players Simmons mentioned defended themselves in the comments. Slay expressed amusement and hinted at taking action, while Diggs jokingly questioned who had stirred up the discussion. Mathieu playfully accepted responsibility, attributing the delay to those who came before him.
Locke, keeping the humor alive, proposed holding the retreat in Beaumont and indulging in crawfish afterward, directly engaging with Diggs.
Tight End U Serves as Blueprint for Broncos S P.J. Locke’s Effort
While the conversation among defensive backs ended on a lighthearted note, the success of Tight End University serves as a testament to the impact a small group can have in sparking significant change.
Established in 2021 by NFL tight ends George Kittle, Travis Kelce, and Greg Olsen, Tight End University was founded with the goal of uniting the tight end community through a comprehensive three-day program. The event provides attendees with opportunities to connect, collaborate, and learn from one another through various activities, including film analysis, on-field drills, and recovery sessions.
This year’s gathering attracted over 70 tight ends along with several current quarterbacks, highlighting the growing momentum of the initiative. Although the defensive backs currently have only six players committed to their proposed retreat, it marks a promising start. While this number pales in comparison to the attendance at Tight End University, it represents double the initial turnout of their offensive counterparts when they began their own sessions.