Broncos host Vikings in preseason finale while finalizing roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
The Denver Broncos are set to face the Minnesota Vikings on Friday evening in their final preseason game before reducing their roster from 91 to 53 players by Sunday. Multiple position battles will be closely observed, including decisions at defensive end, quarterback, safety, linebacker, and returner roles. Players will have a final opportunity to secure their spots on the team ahead of roster cuts starting Saturday.
- •Broncos host the Vikings on August 26.
- •Final roster cuts need to happen by Sunday evening.
- •Malcolm Roach is a frontrunner at defensive end.
- •Jarrett Stidham likely remains No. 2 quarterback.
- •Competition intensifies for backup safety and linebacker spots.
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — 5 position battles to track in the Broncos' preseason finale
"We'll be watching these five position battles when the Broncos host the Vikings on Friday.
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