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Broncos assess rookie performances after preseason finale against Vikings

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 6:57 PM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Broncos assess rookie performances after preseason finale against Vikings
Summary

The Denver Broncos wrapped up their 2026 preseason with a 34-6 win against the Minnesota Vikings. Overall, the Broncos finished 2-1 in the preseason, and they now face the challenge of finalizing their 53-man roster by Sunday at 4:00 PM. The team will evaluate the performance of several rookies, including Tyler Onyedim and Red Murdock, as they make decisions for the upcoming regular season opener against the Kansas City Chiefs on September 14.

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  • •Broncos finish preseason with a 34-6 win over Vikings
  • •Tyler Onyedim, Broncos' first pick, graded C for preseason
  • •Red Murdock stands out with an A+ grade after leading tackles
  • •Final roster decisions due by Sunday at 4:00 PM
  • •Regular season kicks off for Broncos on September 14 against Chiefs
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  • 6:57 PMYahoo Sports — Grading each rookie’s performance in Broncos’ 3 preseason games
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With the Denver Broncos concluding their preseason schedule, we look back at how the rookies performed.

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