Albert Breer identifies the Denver Broncos as the deepest roster in the NFL

Sports Illustrated writer Albert Breer identified the Denver Broncos as having the deepest roster in the NFL entering the 2026 season. The assessment follows a roster construction process led by Sean Payton and George Paton that saw the team retain nearly the entirety of their 2025 group with only two new veterans added. Breer noted the team’s strength across premium positions including receiver, cornerback, and edge rusher, while highlighting the addition of receiver Jaylen Waddle to the offensive skill group. The roster currently features a balance of veteran experience and a youth movement intended to address previous deficiencies. The team prepares to open the 2026 campaign against the Kansas City Chiefs on September 14 in a nationally televised Monday Night Football game. This evaluation positions the team as a contender looking to move past the fallout of the Russell Wilson trade from four seasons ago.

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