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Denver Broncos News / DenverBroncosCommunity / September 1

'This is a fantastic team': Greg Jennings makes bold Broncos prediction as Bo Nix tipped to take a jump

Greg Jennings believes the Denver Broncos have what it takes to build on their impressive campaign from last season. Speaking on First Things First, the former NFL wide receiver praised the team from Denver while expressing confidence in what they can accomplish this year.

Jaleel McLaughlin News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 1

Browns Signing RB Jaleel McLaughlin To PS

Tony Grossi reports that the Browns are signing former Broncos RB Jaleel McLaughlin to their practice squad. McLaughlin, 25, originally signed on with the Broncos as an undrafted free agent out of Youngstown State in 2023.

Sean Payton News / Denver Broncos on SI / September 1

Sean Payton Explains Broncos' Toughest Decisions on the Final 53

The dust has begun to settle on the Denver Broncos' wild weekend of final roster cuts. The Broncos' initial 53-man roster is set, and they've signed 17 players — counting their international player designation — to the practice squad .

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Sean Payton News / DenverBroncosCommunity / September 1

Sean Payton and Broncos Already Regret Major Roster Decision

This week kicked off with teams around the NFL announcing their initial 53-man rosters. The Broncos were no exception, with Sean Payton and co. making some interesting decisions.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / August 31

Broncos' Biggest Roster Snubs—and Why They Should've Made the 53

The Denver Broncos made some tough decisions over the weekend, parting ways with some tenured veterans and several rookie draft picks. Cutdown day is the

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / August 31

Every Broncos Rookie Who Made the Initial 53-Man Roster

The Denver Broncos' initial 53-man roster is set, though it could stay in a slight state of flux for some time yet. For only the second time in the past 23 years, an undrafted rookie did not make the Broncos' 53-man roster out of training camp .

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / August 31

Broncos' Final 53 Has Some Unexpected Winners and Losers

And just like that, the Denver Broncos' initial 53-man roster and practice squad have been set. The Broncos made roughly three dozen cuts over the weekend to whittle the roster down to the initial 53 players, including a trio of rookie draft picks.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 31

Broncos’ biggest mistake on 53-man roster cutdown day ahead of 2026 NFL season

The Denver Broncos roster is loaded with depth, so some tough cuts were inevitable when the team was trimming their roster down to 53 players. Notably, the team was forced to waive three of their rookie draft picks, despite the fact that they didn’t have a 2027 NFL Draft selection until the third round.

Justin Joly News / Denver Broncos on SI / August 31

How Broncos Move Forward After Losing Rookie TE Joly to Dolphins

The Denver Broncos took a gamble when they exposed rookie tight end Justin Joly to waivers as part of the team's final cutdown to its 53-man regular-season roster.

Denver Broncos News / A to Z Sports / August 31

3 biggest surprises from Denver Broncos roster deadline day: Multiple rookies get the boot while locker-room favorite gets cut

The Denver Broncos have set their initial 53-man roster, and it’s safe to say that we had more than a few surprises in Denver. That speaks to the depth and quality of the roster, but these three are potential head-scratchers nonetheless.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Drew Sanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 31

Broncos Placing LB Drew Sanders On IR

According to Matt Zenitz, the Broncos are placing LB Drew Sanders on injured reserve. Sanders, 25, was selected with the No. 67 overall pick in the third round by the Broncos in the 2023 NFL Draft. He’s in the final year of his four-year, $5,734,727 rookie contract that included a $1,170,711 signing bonus.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / August 31

Monday NFL Transactions: AFC West

Following the 53-man roster cutdown deadline Sunday, many teams will make slight tweaks to their rosters. In addition to waiver claims, teams can begin constructing their 16-man practice squads today.

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Denver Broncos News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 31

Broncos Re-Signing Three To Practice Squad

According to Mike Klis, the Broncos are bringing back WR Michael Bandy, FB Adam Prentice and LS Mitch Fraboni to the practice squad. All three were veterans and didn’t have to clear the waiver wire. Prentice, 29, signed with the Broncos as an undrafted free agent out of South Carolina.

Denver Broncos News / A to Z Sports / August 31

‘We think he’s going to have a nice career’ – The Denver Broncos released a player that they believe in

The Denver Broncos released a player that they think is going to have a nice career in the NFL, but they had a reason. The Denver Broncos released a player this past weekend that they believe will have a nice NFL career.

George Paton News / Denver Broncos on SI / August 31

3 Biggest Takeaways from Broncos GM George Paton on Cutdown Day

Sunday was a busy day in the Mile High City as the Denver Broncos finalized their 53-man roster and, with exhibition play now concluded, began looking ahead to their Sept.

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / August 30

Broncos Use Both IR-Return Slots, Pare Roster To 53

The Broncos learned earlier Sunday that Jonathon Cooper would land on the commissioner’s exempt list. While that became the headline development for Denver

Denver Broncos News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30

Broncos Cut Roster Down To 53, Release 34

The Denver Broncos officially cut their roster down to 53 players on Sunday ahead of the deadline. Here’s the full list of moves: DT Israel Antwine CB

Jonathon Cooper News / Pro Football Rumors / August 30

Broncos’ Jonathon Cooper Lands On Commissioner’s Exempt List

Jonathon Cooper‘s arraignment date — in connection with two June arrests — is set for Monday, but the NFL provided the Broncos some clarity before they set their initial 53-man roster today.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 30

Broncos’ Sean Payton absolutely crushes FOX Sports analyst over Bo Nix hate

The Denver Broncos face some difficult roster decisions now that the preseason is in the rearview mirror. Denver is preparing for a bounce-back campaign in 2026 as QB Bo Nix gets healthy following last year’s ankle injury.

Evan Engram News / TWSN / August 29

Denver Broncos Have Already Found Evan Engram’s Replacement

While one preseason game won’t necessarily lock someone right into the starting job over a proven veteran, however, Justin Joly’s 88-yard touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings should cause the Denver Broncos to reconsider Evan Engram‘s role in 2026.

Denver Broncos News / Viral Sports News / August 27

Denver Broncos Terminate Contract of 1,100-Yard WR

The Denver Broncos have waived rookie wide receiver Kyre Duplessis, ending his short tenure with the team just three weeks after signing him. The move was part of a flurry of roster adjustments ahead of the preseason finale against the Minnesota Vikings.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 27

Sean Payton roasts former OL Geoff Schwartz for Bo Nix take

Broncos HC Sean Payton roasts former offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz for ill-informed Bo Nix take

Former New York Giants offensive lineman/Fox Sports analyst Geoff Schwartz should've done more homework on Denver Broncos third-year quarterback Bo Nix.

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Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / August 26