Broncos and Cardinals differ in handling Coleman and Love
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

In contrasting approaches to rookie running backs, the Denver Broncos limited Jonah Coleman's preseason touches while the Arizona Cardinals opted for a heavier workload for Jeremiah Love. Broncos coach Sean Payton stated he was satisfied with Coleman's performance after just a few carries. In contrast, Love, the third overall pick, received 14 touches before sustaining a high ankle sprain. Coleman is expected to play again in the Broncos' upcoming preseason game against the Green Bay Packers with a potentially reduced workload compared to Love's previous outing.
- •Sean Payton spoke on Coleman's limited touches in preseason opener.
- •Coleman rushed four times for 24 yards last week.
- •Love had 14 touches before leaving with an ankle injury.
- •Coleman set to play in Week 2 of preseason against Packers.
- •Broncos and Cardinals strategies highlight differing philosophies.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos, Cardinals take different approaches with Jonah Coleman, Jeremiah Love
""I didn’t need to see additional evidence of what I’ve been seeing for three weeks," Sean Payton said of not giving Jonah Coleman more touches.
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