ENGLEWOOD, Colo.  — Multiplicity is what lured Danville native Trent Sherfield Sr. to Denver, where the Broncos promised he’d serve not only as a four-core special teamer but also as a pass-catcher for Bo Nix.

They also offered him a two-year deal, which represents the most career stability the eighth-year pro has ever had.

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