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Adam Prentice Adam Prentice Signs with Broncos Sun, Aug 17, 2025, 2:36 PM The Broncos signed Prentice on Sunday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports. Analysis: Prentice spent the first four years of his career with Saints but is now headed to Denver, where he will reunite with head coach Sean Payton. Prentice will fill in as the team's fullback while Michael Burton remains sidelined with a hamstring injury.
Bo Nix Bo Nix Won't play Saturday Thu, Aug 14, 2025, 2:03 PM Broncos coach Sean Payton said Thursday that Nix and the majority of starters won't play during Saturday's preseason game against the Cardinals, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports. Analysis: Payton also said that Nix and the starters would play somewhere in the range of 8-10 snaps during Denver's preseason finale against New Orleans on Saturday, Aug. 23. The second-year signal-caller completed six of 11 passes for 31 yards during the Broncos' preseason opener against the 49ers, and it sounds like he'll get a chance to handle one more drive during the team's exhibition finale. Jarrett Stidham and Sam Ehlinger will split reps versus Arizona, with Nix watching from the sidelines.
Michael Burton Michael Burton Has hamstring injury Thu, Aug 14, 2025, 2:02 PM Burton has a hamstring injury, head coach Sean Payton said Thursday, Parker Gabriel of the Denver Post reports. Analysis: Burton has been sidelined in practice throughout August due to a previously undisclosed injury, which has now been clarified as a hamstring injury. Once healthy, he isn't expected to face competition for the team's fullback role.
Nate Adkins Nate Adkins Won't be ready to begin season Thu, Aug 14, 2025, 2:00 PM Adkins (ankle) won't be ready for the start of the regular season, coach Sean Payton relayed Thursday, Chris Tomasson of the Denver Gazette reports. Analysis: Adkins will be sidelined for more than a month due to a tightrope procedure on an ankle sprain. If he makes the team despite his injury, Adkins would provide depth in a tight-end room that also includes Evan Engram, Adam Trautman and Lucas Krull.
A.T. Perry A.T. Perry Activated from PUP list Tue, Aug 12, 2025, 5:48 PM The Broncos activated Perry (undisclosed) from the active/PUP list Tuesday, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports. Analysis: Perry missed the first three-plus weeks of camp with an undisclosed injury, but he passed his physical Tuesday and can practice. With Courtland Sutton, Marvin Mims, Devaughn Vele, Troy Franklin and rookie Pat Bryant entrenched on the depth chart, Perry is behind the eight ball in the competition for a roster spot.
Pat Bryant Pat Bryant Targeted twice in preseason opener Mon, Aug 11, 2025, 7:16 AM Bryant caught both of his targets for 21 yards in Saturday's 30-9 preseason win over the 49ers. Analysis: Bryant played 34 offensive snaps in the contest, the most of any Broncos wide receiver. The rookie's two grabs were both third-down conversions, helping to extend drives in the second quarter. Bryant currently sits behind fellow receivers Courtland Sutton, Marvin Mims, Devaughn Vele and Troy Franklin on the depth chart, with Sutton firmly entrenched as the top option in the passing game and Mims the early favorite for the No. 2 role. Bryant, Vele and Franklin should continue to compete for playing time as the 2025 campaign approaches. The 22-year-old Illinois product will have his next opportunity to earn a prominent role in Denver's offense when the Broncos host the Cardinals in Week 2 of the preseason.
Marvin Mims Marvin Mims Targeted once in win Sun, Aug 10, 2025, 3:11 PM Mims reeled in his lone target for three yards in Saturday's 30-9 preseason win over the 49ers. Analysis: Mims started opposite teammate Courtland Sutton in Saturday's preseason opener against the 49ers. The 23-year-old currently holds the No. 2 spot on what is a crowded wide receiver depth chart littered with young talent. Although Mims was unable to get much of anything going Saturday, the third-year wideout has proven to be an versatile and talented weapon since being drafted in 2023. If Mims continues to see more playing time than he did in his first two seasons, his explosive skill set is one that could lead to more sustained production on an offense that is trending upward under head coach Sean Payton. With that said, fellow receivers Devaughn Vele, Troy Franklin and rookie Pat Bryant will certainly challenge for snaps each week as they continue to develop. Mims will look to get more involved when the Broncos host the Cardinals in Denver's second preseason game next Saturday night.
Courtland Sutton Courtland Sutton One grab against 49ers Sun, Aug 10, 2025, 2:52 PM Sutton caught one of three targets for two yards in Saturday's 30-9 preseason win over the 49ers. Analysis: Sutton had a quiet game with limited opportunities in Denver's first game of the preseason. Firmly entrenched as the Broncos' No. 1 wide receiver, the veteran was on the field with the starters during the first quarter of the contest. Though quarterback Bo Nix and Sutton were unable to connect much Saturday, they will look to improve upon a solid 2024 season as the chemistry continues to grow heading into the 2025 campaign. The 29-year-old wideout will have his next opportunity to lead the team's receiving corps when the Broncos host the Cardinals in Denver's second preseason game next Saturday night.
Audric Estime Audric Estime Handles eight carries in win Sun, Aug 10, 2025, 10:19 AM Estime rushed eight times for 21 yards and caught his lone target for 20 yards in Saturday's 30-9 preseason win over the 49ers. Analysis: Estime recorded the most carries of any Broncos running back, but his first rushing attempt did not come until the start of the third quarter. The second-year back has fallen down the depth chart heading into the 2025 season, finding himself in a crowded running back room with J.K. Dobbins, rookie RJ Harvey, Jaleel McLaughlin, Tyler Badie and Blake Watson. With added competition for playing time, the possibility remains that Estime could be the odd man out at the end of the preseason. According to Troy Renck of the Denver Post, Badie's work on special teams and his patience in the run game could be the reason Estime will face an uphill battle to make the team. The Notre Dame product will have his next opportunity to earn a spot on the roster when the Broncos host the Cardinals in Denver's second preseason game next Saturday night.
Jaleel McLaughlin Jaleel McLaughlin Four touches in preseason opener Sun, Aug 10, 2025, 9:48 AM McLaughlin rushed three times for five yards and caught his lone target for five yards in Saturday's 30-9 preseason win over the 49ers. Analysis: McLaughlin's three carries were the fewest of any Broncos running back in the contest. The 24-year-old was unable to make much noise in his limited role Saturday, which should hint at his usage in the Denver backfield in the 2025 campaign. McLaughlin faces stiff competition for playing time this season, with veteran J.K. Dobbins and rookie RJ Harvey viewed as the top two options in the ground game. Nonetheless, the Youngstown State product will continue to compete for a role in Denver's running back room when the Broncos host the Cardinals in their second preseason game next Saturday night.
J.K. Dobbins J.K. Dobbins One touch in preseason opener Sat, Aug 9, 2025, 11:24 PM Dobbins did not log a rush attempt and brought in his only target for four yards in the Broncos' 30-9 preseason win over the 49ers on Saturday night. Analysis: Dobbins' only touch of the night came on Denver's first possession, one play after his first target of the night fell incomplete but was wiped off the books by an illegal use of hands penalty against San Francisco. Dobbins was the only one of the top four backs on Denver's depth chart not to log a carry -- RJ Harvey, Audric Estime and Jaleel McLaughlin combined for 18 rush attempts -- but the veteran is almost certain to open the campaign in a prominent role and could certainly see more action in Denver's second preseason contest next Saturday night at home against the Cardinals.
Bo Nix Bo Nix Quiet start to preseason Sat, Aug 9, 2025, 11:15 PM Nix completed six of 11 passes for 31 yards in the Broncos' 30-9 preseason win over the 49ers on Saturday night. Analysis: Nix averaged a meager 2.8 yards per attempt but certainly got his reps in during Denver's exhibition opener. The second-year signal-caller spread the ball around during his time in the contest, connecting with Troy Franklin, J.K. Dobbins, Courtland Sutton, Marvin Mims and RJ Harvey, albeit with none of those completions going for longer than nine yards. Nix ended up playing into early in the second quarter, but given the middling results for the first-team offense, he's likely in for another solid allotment of playing time in the Broncos' second preseason contest next Saturday night at home against the Cardinals.
Devaughn Vele Devaughn Vele Listed with second unit Thu, Aug 7, 2025, 8:29 AM Vele and Troy Franklin are listed as the second-string wideouts on Denver's initial preseason depth chart. Analysis: Third-round pick Pat Bryant, like all of Denver's other rookies, is listed at the end of the depth chart with fourth/fifth-stringers. Competition for playing time nonetheless appears open behind No. 1 receiver Courtland Sutton, with Marvin Mims (listed as a starter) arguably the favorite for the No. 2 role after his strong finish to last season. There's also been a lot of buzz about 2024 fourth-round pick Troy Franklin this summer, even though Vele outproduced him last season after being drafted three rounds later. Vele largely worked as a slot specialist last year, so he might be able to carve out a similar role even if he's not really in the mix for a large number of targets.
RJ Harvey RJ Harvey Listed fifth on depth chart Wed, Aug 6, 2025, 1:25 PM Harvey is listed fifth on Denver's initial preseason depth chart, even though he's been repping as the No. 2 RB in practice, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports. Analysis: Multiple Denver beat writers have noted that coach Sean Payton almost always puts rookies at the bottom of the depth chart. Reports out of practice tell a different story than what's printed, with J.K. Dobbins atop the rotation and Harvey typically the second man up. The real question is how work will be split between the two come Week 1, although there is some chance Jaleel McLaughlin or one of the other depth backs poaches a few touches here and there. While Harvey is the clear choice in terms of explosiveness at this point in this respective careers, Dobbins has experience as an NFL starter and a solid reputation for pass blocking. That's seemingly enough to make Dobbins a favorite for the Week 1 start, even if Harvey remains the more attractive fantasy asset for the season-long haul.
Evan Engram Evan Engram Draws praise in camp Tue, Aug 5, 2025, 7:43 PM Broncos offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi said Tuesday that Engram has "met or exceeded" expectations in camp so far, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports. Analysis: Engram has had an impressive camp thus far, drawing the attention of Denver's coaching staff for his versatility at the tight end position. Lombardi told reporters "He can run. He can change direction. Willing blocker. He sticks his nose in there. Complete tight end. Guy that's been really showing up in camp." The 30-year-old will enter his ninth season, and his change of scenery could provide a boost in his production. After a disappointing and injury-riddled 2024 campaign in Jacksonville, Engram immediately presents an upgrade at the tight end position, providing second-year quarterback Bo Nix with a reliable target. The veteran's skills as a receiver and blocking acumen should afford him extensive playing time in head coach Sean Payton's tight end-friendly system.
Michael Burton Michael Burton Not practicing Saturday Sat, Aug 2, 2025, 3:39 PM Burton (undisclosed) didn't practice Saturday, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports. Analysis: Burton wasn't in pads for Saturday's session, though it's unclear whether he suffered an injury or is just getting a rest day. He hasn't missed a game since joining the Broncos in 2023 and is expected to serve as the team's fullback again during the upcoming campaign.
Troy Franklin Troy Franklin Making strong impression in camp Fri, Aug 1, 2025, 7:26 PM Broncos head coach Sean Payton said Friday that Franklin is "having a good camp," Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports. Analysis: Payton similarly praised Franklin during mandatory minicamp in June, saying that the second-year wideout looked "extremely explosive." DiLalla notes that Franklin has worked both at the Z receiver and in the slot during training camp, which could factor into his allotted snap count once the regular season begins. Courtland Sutton is locked in as Denver's No. 1 receiver, but behind him, Franklin is among a group vying for position in the pecking order. Marvin Mims, Devaughn Vele and rookie third-round pick Pat Bryant are also among those aiming for a prominent role.
RJ Harvey RJ Harvey Impressing in camp Wed, Jul 30, 2025, 6:57 AM Harvey has drawn praise early in camp, impressing Denver's coaching staff with his explosiveness and speed, according to Nick Kosmider of The Athletic. Analysis: With padded practices underway, Harvey has turned heads with his ability to maintain speed while making quick cuts to avoid defenders. After Tuesday's practice, head coach Sean Payton highlighted a play the rookie running back made during the session, saying Harvey "had a run today that was something, and we kind of turned and looked at each other." The UCF product demonstrated great decision-making on his way to multiple big gains. Harvey has even showed a willingness to step up into oncoming pressure in protection, though Payton noted that this will be an area of his game that needs growth. "For him, specifically, the protections, the speed of the game...there's that learning curve for all young players. Some of it happens a little quicker than others, but he's doing exceptional," Payton said. According to Kosmider, the 24-year-old Harvey and veteran J.K. Dobbins have routinely taken the bulk of snaps with the Broncos' first-team offense. Though the presence of Dobbins likely caps Harvey's potential as a true workhorse back, his continued development could lead to a bigger share of the backfield workload based on Denver's need for explosiveness in the ground game.
J.K. Dobbins J.K. Dobbins Comfortable in Payton's offense Mon, Jul 28, 2025, 2:58 PM Broncos coach Sean Payton said Monday that Dobbins has made a swift transition into Denver's offense, Nick Kosmider of The Athletic reports. Analysis: Payton noted the importance of Dobbins signing in June, rather than right on the eve of training camp. He had six weeks to get up to speed before camp and reportedly took most of the first-team reps during the first few practices (per Jon Heath of Broncos Wire). Dobbins and second-round pick RJ Harvey now figure to compete for the lead role, possibly battling into the season, while the likes of Audric Estime, Jaleel McLaughlin, Tyler Badie and Blake Watson are fighting to hang on to roster spots. Dobbins' experience and passing-down skills could keep him in a significant role even if Harvey impresses early on.
Courtland Sutton Courtland Sutton Signing four-year extension Mon, Jul 28, 2025, 1:52 PM Sutton and the Broncos agreed Monday to a four-year extension, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports. Analysis: Sutton was abstaining from full-speed reps in the early days of training camp while his agents and the team hammered out a deal. He now figures to be a full participant, gearing up for Year 2 with Bo Nix after finishing 2024 with career highs for catches, targets and fantasy points.