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The Tennessee Titans officially tried out free agent RB Blake Watson on Monday. The Titans signed Watson to their practice squad later on in the day. Watson, 25, signed with the Broncos as an undrafted free agent out of Memphis following the 2024 NFL Draft.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / August 30

Report: Broncos Have Interest in Re-Signing RB Blake Watson

The Denver Broncos made some tough decisions earlier this week as they whittled their roster down to the final 53 players. Some of the more difficult cuts came at running back.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 25

Broncos release injured RB after trade interest

The Denver Broncos made a notable roster move ahead of the league’s 53-man cutdown deadline, waiving second-year running back Blake Watson with an injury settlement following a preseason knee injury.

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Denver Broncos News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 25

Broncos Waiving RB Blake Watson

The Denver Broncos are waiving RB Blake Watson, according to Jeremy Fowler. Fowler said that Watson had received trade interest prior to his PCL strain.

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RB Blake Watson will need a strong summer if he wants to make the Broncos 53-man roster

The Broncos second year back will need a strong summer to make the 53-man roster. After a productive year at Memphis, many believed running back Blake Watson would be drafted.

Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / January 7

Broncos sign offensive lineman to practice squad

The Denver Broncos signed offensive lineman Will Sherman to their practice squad on Monday, according to the NFL’s transaction wire. The Broncos had an open spot on the practice squad after promoting running back Blake Watson to the active roster on Christmas Eve to prevent him from being poached by another team.

Denver Broncos News / A to Z Sports / December 28

Trio of Broncos players get news they don't want to hear just minutes before kickoff vs. Bengals

Linebacker Jonathon Cooper, defensive tackle Malcolm Roach, and running back Blake Watson are getting an extra sting from the Denver Broncos' Week 16 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.

Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / December 28

Broncos' 53-man roster for Saturday's game vs. Bengals

The Denver Broncos made two changes to their 53-man roster ahead of Saturday’s showdown with the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 17. The Broncos cut cornerback Levi Wallace from the active roster and promoted running back Blake Watson getting from the practice squad to the 53-man roster this week.

NFL News / Broncos Wire / December 26

Broncos' updated depth chart for Saturday's game vs. Bengals

The Denver Broncos are set to face the Cincinnati Bengals on the road in Week 17 in a game with massive playoff implications in the AFC. The most notable changes this week are cornerback Levi Wallace getting cut from the active roster and running back Blake Watson getting promoted from the practice squad to the 53-man roster.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / December 24

Broncos Promote RB Blake Watson to 53-Man Roster

The Denver Broncos made not one but two moves at the running back position on Tuesday. While also designating RB Tyler Badie to return off injured reserve, the Broncos promoted RB Blake Watson from the practice squad to the active roster, the team announced.

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Denver Broncos News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 19

Broncos Elevating RB Blake Watson

According to Chris Tomasson, the Broncos are elevating RB Blake Watson from the practice squad to the active roster for Week 16. Mike Klis of 9News adds Denver is also elevating DL Matt Henningsen from the practice squad.

Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / October 21, 2024

Broncos' updated 17-player practice squad after roster moves

The Denver Broncos made a flurry of roster moves last week, including multiple changes to the practice squad. The Broncos cut defensive back Tanner McCalister and running back Blake Watson from the active roster and signed them to the practice squad.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 19, 2024

Report: Broncos Re-Sign Familiar-Face Playmaker to Practice Squad, Cut IOL

Only a couple of days since he was released from the 53-man roster , rookie running back Blake Watson has re-signed to the Denver Broncos practice squad, according to NFL inside Aaron Wilson.

Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / October 18, 2024

Running back recently cut by Broncos returns on practice squad after clearing waivers

After clearing waivers, running back Blake Watson plans to return to the Denver Broncos on the practice squad, according to multiple reports. Watson was waived by the Broncos on Thursday when the team made a flurry of roster moves ahead of their game against the New Orleans Saints.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 17, 2024

Report: Broncos Make Flurry of Roster Moves Ahead of TNF Saints Tilt

The Denver Broncos have reportedly waived rookie running back Blake Watson, according to the Denver Gazette 's Chris Tomasson . The move was made to make room for three players the Broncos officially activated from injured reserve on Thursday ahead of the team's road tilt vs.

Denver Broncos News / Mile High Sports / September 8, 2024

Denver Broncos list Zach Wilson, Blake Watson as inactive vs. Seattle Seahawks

The Denver Broncos will kick off their season in just under 90 minutes on the road against the Seattle Seahawks. Prior to kickoff, the team announced their list of players who will be listed as inactive for today’s game.

Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / September 5, 2024

Broncos view Blake Watson as a developmental running back

Following the 2024 NFL draft, Memphis running back Blake Watson was one of the top college free agents available, and the Denver Broncos managed to sign him as part of their UDFA class.

Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / August 11, 2024

Watch: Broncos RB Blake Watson scores 6-yard TD vs. Colts

Denver Broncos undrafted rookie running back Blake Watson scored on a six-yard run against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 1 of NFL preseason. Here’s video of the play, courtesy of the team’s official Twitter/X page: Following the Watson score, Denver now leads Indy 34-24 with 5:55 remaining in the game.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / July 22, 2024

Report: Broncos RB Blake Watson 'Fine' After Tweaking Leg

There's "no cause for concern" regarding Denver Broncos rookie running back Blake Watson, who landed on the Non-Football Injury List earlier this week after sustaining a "slight leg muscle tweak," 9NEWS' Mike Klis reported Monday.

Denver Broncos News / Sporting News / July 19, 2024

Denver Broncos rookie hits snag in his quest to make the team

Blake Watson has a chance to make the 53-man roster.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / July 18, 2024

Broncos Place RB Blake Watson on NFI List to Start Camp

The Denver Broncos placed running back Blake Watson on the Non-Football Injury (NFI) list after the undrafted rookie reported to training camp Wednesday, per the league's transaction wire.

Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / July 14, 2024

Broncos roster series: No. 43, RB Blake Watson

Broncos Wire’s 90-man offseason roster series continues today with a look at rookie running back Blake Watson, No. 43. During the offseason, teammates can share jersey numbers if they play on opposite sides of the ball.

Denver Broncos News / Sporting News / June 30, 2024

Denver Broncos undrafted rookie spotlight: RB Blake Watson

Memphis running back has a great chance to make the team.

Denver Broncos News / Mile High Report / June 29, 2024

Broncos roster review: Running Back Blake Watson

The undrafted rookie has a pretty good shot at making the 53-man roster and being a contributor during his rookie year for the Broncos. Entering the 2024 NFL Draft, Memphis running back Blake Watson was widely viewed as an intriguing day-three prospect.

Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / May 31, 2024

Check out these highlights of new Broncos RB Blake Watson

The Denver Broncos signed former Memphis Tigers running back Blake Watson as an undrafted free agent earlier this month. Watson is an experienced football player, playing four years at Old Dominion (2020 was a redshirt due to COVID, and the team canceled the season) before finishing his super redshirt season at Memphis.

Denver Broncos News / Mile High Report / May 5, 2024

Fans are excited to see Broncos UDFA running back Blake Watson this year

When training camp arrives, Denver Broncos are most excited to see running back Blake Watson out of all their undrafted free agent signings. Yesterday, I covered how Denver Broncos fans generally believe the team came out a winner from the 2024 NFL Draft.