Broncos host eight defenders for tryouts ahead of Week 5
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 9:17 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
The Denver Broncos conducted tryouts for eight free-agent defenders on October 9, 2026. The team invited five defensive backs and three linebackers to assess their potential contributions, particularly due to injuries affecting starting cornerbacks Pat Surtain and Riley Moss. Ugochukwi Amadi was signed to the practice squad following his tryout success. The Broncos' roster and practice squad are currently full as they prepare for their Week 5 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers.
- •Broncos hosted five DBs and three LBs for tryouts.
- •Starting CBs Pat Surtain and Riley Moss are injured.
- •Ugochukwi Amadi signed to the practice squad.
- •Three linebackers could be considered for future needs.
- •Broncos face the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 5.
- 9:17 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos host 5 defensive backs and 3 linebackers for tryouts
"The Broncos brought in five defensive backs and three linebackers for tryouts on Friday.
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