The Denver Broncos surprised many by signing Marcedes Lewis. The veteran tight end was not expected to join any team this season, yet HC Sean Payton has revealed the real reason why the club decided to bring in the 41-year-old.

Earlier this week, the Broncos failed twice in their attempts to claim a tight end off waivers. Following those misses, Sean Payton opted to sign free agent Marcedes Lewis — a move he feels very comfortable with despite the tight end’s age.

“I think he’s obsessed with taking care of himself,” HC Sean Payton said on Thursday. “That has a lot to do with it. I had checked on a mutual friend. He’s been training two times a day and then you can see that he’s in shape.”

Lewis will protect Bo Nix

Beyond the tremendous shape Marcedes Lewis is reportedly in, Sean Payton

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