Broncos Wire’s 90-man offseason roster series continues today with a look at fourth-year guard Quinn Meinerz, No. 77.
Before the Broncos: Meinerz (6-3, 320 pounds) played college football at Wisconsin-Whitewater, a Division III program. Despite playing at a small school, Meinerz caught the attention of NFL teams with his impressive film. A two-time All-WIAC guard, Meinerz stood out at the Senior Bowl ahead of the 2021 NFL draft. He also went viral after posting videos of his unique outdoor workouts on his Instagram page.
Broncos tenure: Denver picked Meinerz in the third round of the 2021 NFL draft and he quickly became a fan favorite thanks to his habit of “letting the belly breathe” at practice and delivering huge blocks on game days. After emerging as one of the best guards in the NFL, Meinerz was rewarded with a four-year, $80 million contract extension this offseason.
Chances to make the 53-man roster: Lock. Meinerz is Denver’s best offensive lineman and after getting a massive contract extension, he’s poised to remain with the team through at least the 2028 season.
