Broncos LB Levelle Bailey remains on active roster after leg injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 6:27 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Denver Broncos linebacker Levelle Bailey, who broke his leg in the preseason opener, is still listed on the team's active roster. Coach Sean Payton stated it is 'too early' to determine if Bailey will return this season. If Bailey is placed on injured reserve, he will be out for the year. Other players, including linebacker Drew Sanders and receiver Michael Bandy, also remain sidelined. The Broncos are preparing for their final training camp practice ahead of a preseason game against the Green Bay Packers.
- •Bailey suffered a leg injury in the preseason opener.
- •Payton has not ruled out Bailey's return this season.
- •Bailey could be placed on injured reserve before the roster deadline.
- •Drew Sanders, Michael Bandy, and others are also not participating.
- •Broncos' final training camp practice is scheduled before facing the Packers.
- 6:27 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos injury report: 'Too early' to know if LB Levelle Bailey will return
"Broncos coach Sean Payton said it's "too early" to say if LB Levelle Bailey will be able to return this season.
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