ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — After four seasons and a Super Bowl title in Denver, safety Darian Stewart is moving on.
The Broncos announced Thursday they had released the nine-year veteran.
Stewart, who arrived in Denver as a free agent in 2015 and started 16 total games that year for the Super Bowl 50 champions, recorded nine interceptions, two forced fumbles and 250 tackles during regular-season games in his Broncos career.
Playing alongside former Broncos safety T.J. Ward, cornerback Chris Harris Jr., cornerback Bradley Roby and former Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib, Stewart was a key piece of Denver's vaunted "No-Fly Zone" that led the NFL in passing defense in both 2015 and 2016.
The 30-year-old South Carolina product played a key role during the Broncos' run to the Super Bowl. He started all three games in the postseason and forced a pair of turnovers. In the second quarter of an AFC Championship win over the Patriots, Stewart intercepted Tom Brady. He also knocked the ball loose from Mike Tolbert in the Super Bowl to help the Broncos maintain a 13-7 lead.
His best performance, though, likely came in a 2016 regular-season game against the New Orleans Saints when he recorded two interceptions and a fumble recovery in a 25-23 win. He became the first Broncos player since Deltha O'Neal in 2001 to notch three turnovers in a game.
He was named to his lone Pro Bowl appearance as a Bronco following the 2016 season.
Stewart also found plenty of other regular-season success.
He intercepted Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco in the end zone to preserve a Week 1 win in 2015 during his first game as a Bronco. And in 2016, he picked off Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers and returned the ball to the San Diego 10-yard line to set up a Denver touchdown.
Stewart intercepted two passes during his final season in Denver.
Stewart started 58 games and appeared in total 61 contests while with the Broncos.
Denver's safety group now includes Justin Simmons, Will Parks, Su'a Cravens, Jamal Carter, Dymonte Thomas and Tre Marshall.
Take a look through back Darian Stewart's career with the Broncos.
Safety Darian Stewart during the first day of offseason training on April 13, 2015.
Denver Broncos defensive back Darian Stewart (26) takes the field before action against the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, August 29, 2015.
Denver Broncos defensive back Darian Stewart (26) intercepts a pass intended for Baltimore Ravens tight end Crockett Gillmore (80) in the end zone during fourth quarter action in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, September 13, 2015. Photo by Ben Hays.
Denver Broncos safety Darian Stewart (26) celebrates his fourth quarter interception sealing a victory over the Baltimore Ravens in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver,CO September13, 2015. (Photo: © Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos safety Darian Stewart (26) celebrates his recovery of a Kansas City Chiefs running back Jamaal Charles (25) fumble during first quarter action against the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO September 17, 2015. (Photo: © Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos defensive back Darian Stewart (26) before action against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC Divisional Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 17, 2015. Photo by Ben Hays.
Denver Broncos safety Darian Stewart (26) pressures Cleveland Browns quarterback Josh McCown (13) during third quarter action in the NFL game at FirstEnergy Stadium in Cleveland, OH October 18, 2015. (Photo: © Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos defensive back Darian Stewart (26) tackles Oakland Raiders running back Latavius Murray (28) during first quarter action against the Oakland Raiders during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, December 13, 2015. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos defensive back Darian Stewart (26) makes the stop during first quarter action against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC Divisional Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 17, 2015. Photo by Ben Hays.
Denver Broncos defensive back Darian Stewart (26) carries the ball after an interception during second quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
The Broncos' sideline celebrates after Darian Stewart comes up with an interception against the New England Patriots during the AFC Championship Game on January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos free safety Darian Stewart, left, is congratulated by wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders after the AFC Championship Game between the Denver Broncos and the New England Patriots, Sunday, Jan. 24, 2016, in Denver. The Broncos defeated the Patriots 20-18 to advance to the Super Bowl. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Denver Broncos free safety Darian Stewart (26) gestures after posing for team photos before an NFL football walk through practice in Santa Clara, Calif., Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)
Denver Broncos free safety Darian Stewart (26) knocks a ball away intended for Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen (88) during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers , Sunday, February 6, 2016, in Santa Clara, CA. The Broncos won 28-10. (Tom Hauck via AP)
Denver BroncosÕ Darian Stewart (26) looks for an incomplete pass call during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 50 football game Sunday, Feb. 7, 2016, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Matt York)
Darian Stewart forces a fumble by fullback Mike Tolbert against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Santa Clara, Calif. February 7, 2016 (Photo by Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Carolina PanthersÕ Mike Tolbert (35) fumbles as he is hit by Denver BroncosÕ Darian Stewart (26) during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 50 football game Sunday, Feb. 7, 2016, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Denver Broncos free safety Darian Stewart (26) celebrates during the NFL Super Bowl 50 football game against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, Calif. (Peter Read Miller via AP)
Denver Broncos defensive back Darian Stewart (26) sacks Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) during first quarter action against the Carolina Panthers during Super Bowl 50 game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, CA, February 07, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos free safety Darian Stewart (26) walks off the field after Super Bowl 50 championship football game against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, Calif. The Broncos won the game 24-10. (Perry Knotts via AP)
Free safety Darian Stewart holds up the Lombardi Trophy at a rally following a parade through downtown Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2016 in Denver. Fans crowded into Denver's downtown to salute the Broncos for the team's victory over the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Darian Stewart looks up as a banner celebrating the Broncos' Super Bowl victory is unveiled during the rally at Civic Center Park.
Darian Stewart shows off his Super Bowl ring during the ring presentation ceremony on June 12, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos safety Darian Stewart (26) tackles San Diego Chargers running back Melvin Gordon (28) during second quarter action against the San Diego Chargers during the game on October 30, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos safety Darian Stewart (26) during fourth quarter action against the San Diego Chargers on October 30, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos safety Darian Stewart (26) carries the ball after an interception during third quarter action against the San Diego Chargers on October 30, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos safety Darian Stewart (26) celebrates after an interception during third quarter action against the San Diego Chargers on October 30, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Darian Stewart runs with the ball after intercepting Drew Brees during the Broncos' game against the New Orleans Saints at Mercedes-Benz Superdome.
Darian Stewart runs with the ball after intercepting Drew Brees during the Broncos' game against the New Orleans Saints at Mercedes-Benz Superdome.
Darian Stewart celebrates after making an interception against the New Orleans Saints at Mercedes-Benz Superdome.
Denver Broncos defensive back Darian Stewart (26) is all smiles after Denver defeated the New Orleans Saints 25-23 in the game at Mercedes-Benz Superdome.
Denver Broncos defensive back Darian Stewart (26) celebrates with teammates in the locker room after Denver defeated New Orleans 25-23 in the game at Mercedes-Benz Superdome.
Safety Darian Stewart (26) and his daughter, Hayden, during Day 2 of Pro Bowl practices on Thursday, January 26, 2017.
Darian Stewart helps make a tackle at the 2017 Pro Bowl on Saturday, January 28, 2017. (Ben Swanson)
Safety Darian Stewart looks across the field at the opposing offense at the 2017 Pro Bowl on Saturday, January 28, 2017. (Ben Swanson)
Safety Darian Stewart (26) high-fives a student at Fuel Up to Play 60's 2017 Fuel Greatness Touchdown Recognition event on October 24, 2017. (Ben Swanson)
49ers general manager and former Broncos safety John Lynch talks with safety Darian Stewart (26) at a joint practice with the 49ers at Levi's Stadium on August 16, 2017.
Safety Darian Stewart punctuates a drill during an afternoon team walkthrough with a scream on April 25, 2017. (Ben Swanson)
Denver Broncos safety Darian Stewart (26) gets up after tackling Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (21) during first quarter action against the Dallas Cowboys during the game on September 17, 2017. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos safety Darian Stewart (26) carries the ball after an interception during first quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs during the game on December 31, 2017. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos free safety Darian Stewart (26) celebrates during an NFL regular season football game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2017 in Carson, Calif. (Photo by Ric Tapia)
Darian Stewart returns an interception against the New York Jets during the game on December 10, 2017. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Safety Darian Stewart poses for the camera before the Broncos' Week 17 game against the Kansas City Chiefs on December 31, 2017. (Ben Swanson)
Denver Broncos safety Darian Stewart (26) signs autographs for fans during the NFL preseason game against the Washington Redskins at FedExField in Landover, Maryland, August 24, 2018. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Safety Darian Stewart (26) during player introductions at Broncos Stadium at Mile High before the Broncos' game against the Chicago Bears on August 18, 2018.
Denver Broncos safety Darian Stewart (26) makes a tackle during the NFL game against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colo., September 09, 2018. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos safety Darian Stewart (26) tackles Los Angeles Chargers tight end Virgil Green (88) during fourth quarter action of the NFL game against the Los Angeles Chargers at StubHub Center in Carson, California, November 18, 2018. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos defensive back Darian Stewart (26) recovers a Pittsburgh Steelers fumble during the third quarter of the game on November 25, 2018. (Photo: © Eric Lars Bakke)
Denver Broncos safety Darian Stewart (26) during first quarter action of the NFL game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio, December 02, 2018. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos safety Darian Stewart (26) during the NFL game against the Oakland Raiders at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colo., September 16, 2018. Photo by Gabriel Christus
