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Leonhard signs with Broncos

New York Jets' Jim Leonhard talks to reporters

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CORTLAND -- Jim Leonhard is now playing for Tim Tebow's old team.

The former Jets safety Jim Leonhard announced on Twitter Saturday that he has signed a one-year deal with the Denver Broncos. 

"It's never a bad day to sign an NFL contract. I'm proud to be a Denver Bronco. Time for work," the free agent tweeted.

CBS NFL Insider Jason LaCanfora first reported the news. 

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