The Facts: The Broncos are adding a running back from the AFC North. Denver and Perine have agreed to a two-year deal worth $7.5 million, according to NFL Media’s Mike Garafolo. The contract includes another $1 million available in incentives.

Diehards Line: Perine was a strong third-down back for the Bengals in 2022 and also started two games when Joe Mixon was unavailable due to injury. He registered 106 yards rushing with six catches for 49 yards in the Week 13 victory over the Chiefs. He then played the majority of offensive snaps in two of Cincinnati’s three postseason games, illustrating his value to the offense. Perine recorded 95 carries for 394 yards with a pair of touchdowns and caught a career-high 38 passes for 287 yards with four TDs. With Javonte Williams coming off a serious knee injury, Perine is capable of carrying the load early in the season if need be.