Broncos finalize 36 players for 53-man roster ahead of deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 7:30 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The Denver Broncos will finalize their 53-man roster by Sunday evening following their preseason finale against the Minnesota Vikings. Out of the current 91 players, 36 have been identified as locks for the squad, barring unexpected trades. This roster trim comes ahead of upcoming waiver claims and practice squad formations for the NFL season. The Broncos are focusing on structure as they prepare for the regular season.
- •Broncos host the Minnesota Vikings in preseason finale.
- •36 players are expected to secure spots on the 53-man roster.
- •Deadline for final roster cuts is Sunday evening.
- •Waiver claims and practice squad formation occur next week.
- 7:30 PMYahoo Sports — 36 locks for Broncos' 53-man roster
"The Broncos have until Sunday evening to finalize an initial 53-man roster. These 36 players appear to be locks.
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