Paton has rebounded nicely from the disastrous 2022 Russell Wilson deal and has become one of the more coveted GMs in the league. There was some speculation that Paton could be open to a lateral move to the Vikings to replace former GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, but Paton won’t be going anywhere for the foreseeable future. Now under contract through the 2030 season, Paton, who helped get the Broncos within one game of the Super Bowl last season, will look to continue building a roster among the most formidable in the league. In addition to boasting a top-five defense, the Broncos also have quarterback Bo Nix on a rookie deal for at least two more seasons, and an assortment of offensive weapons that helped the offense finish 14th in scoring in 2025.