Broncos face minor injury concerns ahead of preseason opener

The Denver Broncos are dealing with several soft tissue injuries as they approach the preseason. Head coach Sean Payton and the coaching staff will need to manage these concerns carefully to prepare players for Week 1. The injuries are generally considered minor, but they can linger and may affect player availability during the preseason. It is expected that affected players will not participate in the first preseason game. The Broncos' preseason begins this weekend, creating urgency for the coaching staff to assess player readiness.

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