Broncos face tough decisions as roster cuts approach
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The Denver Broncos are set to finalize their 53-man roster by August 30, with several difficult cuts anticipated. Key players facing potential exclusion include running backs Tyler Badie and Jaleel McLaughlin, and offensive linemen Calvin Throckmorton and Matt Peart. On defense, linebackers Drew Sanders, Jordan Turner, and Taurean York could also be at risk. The team has two remaining preseason games to assess player performances before making final roster decisions.
- •Denver has until August 30 to finalize their 53-man roster.
- •Tyler Badie and Jaleel McLaughlin are among the projected cuts.
- •Multiple offensive linemen including Calvin Throckmorton could be released.
- •Drew Sanders faces a pivotal moment for his role on defense.
- •Two preseason games remain for evaluation before roster cuts.
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos’ hardest projected roster cut on offense and defense
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — 15 toughest cuts on Broncos' projected 53-man roster
"Who will be the most difficult players for the Denver Broncos to cut when they build a 53-man roster?
"These were the hardest projected cuts to make when we predicted a 53-man roster for the Broncos.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 3:30 PMBroncos’ hardest projected roster cut on offense and defense
Who will be the most difficult players for the Denver Broncos to cut when they build a 53-man roster?
- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 2:30 PM15 toughest cuts on Broncos' projected 53-man roster
These were the hardest projected cuts to make when we predicted a 53-man roster for the Broncos.
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