ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos returned from their bye refreshed, refocused and, at least in the case of kicker Wil Lutz, richer.

Lutz signed a three-year contract extension over the break, securing his role on the Broncos through 2028.

“First off, he's earned it,” coach Sean Payton said Monday after the Broncos (9-2) reconvened to begin preparations for their trip to play the Washington Commanders (3-8) this weekend.

Terms of his extension haven't been revealed. He's earning $3.9 million this season.

Payton said he huddled with general manager George Paton over the bye week and discussed several players' futures in Denver.

“The key is not affecting the mojo or how your team's doing, I'm always sensitive to that, especially when you're playing well,” Payton said. "Becaus

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