Broncos make four roster moves including signing Hakeem Butler
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 8:46 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
On June 16, the Denver Broncos modified their offseason roster, signing wide receiver Hakeem Butler and cornerback Sean Fresch. To accommodate these additions, the team waived cornerback Paul Manning with an injury settlement and designated receiver Michael Woods as waived/injured. Butler, previously recognized in spring football leagues, has played for several NFL teams without a regular-season reception. His signing complements a Broncos receiving corps featuring Courtland Sutton and Jaylen Waddle, while Fresch joins a revamped secondary. The roster adjustments reflect the team's ongoing efforts to finalize its lineup ahead of the upcoming season.
- •Signed WR Hakeem Butler and CB Sean Fresch
- •Waived CB Paul Manning and WR Michael Woods
- •Butler previously excels in XFL and UFL
- •Broncos receiver corps includes Courtland Sutton
- •Fresch bolsters the secondary with new talent
- 8:46 PMYahoo Sports — Recapping the 4 roster moves Broncos made on Tuesday
"The Broncos made four changes to their 91-man offseason roster on Tuesday.
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