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Broncos release Jaleel McLaughlin as Tyler Badie secures final roster spot

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 1:53 PM

Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Broncos release Jaleel McLaughlin as Tyler Badie secures final roster spot

Summary

The Denver Broncos released running back Jaleel McLaughlin on Sunday as the team finalized its roster. General Manager George Paton identified the move as the most difficult decision made during the roster cutdown period. Tyler Badie earned the RB4 position over McLaughlin, largely due to his proficiency in pass blocking and special teams roles. The Denver backfield now includes JK Dobbins, RJ Harvey, Jonah Coleman, and Badie. McLaughlin remains a free agent following his release, and the team will monitor his status for a potential practice squad signing or a move to another organization. The decision reflects a strategic emphasis on depth at specialized positions as the team prepares for the upcoming NFL season.

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•Jaleel McLaughlin was released by the Denver Broncos on Sunday.
•Tyler Badie earned the RB4 spot based on his pass-blocking and special teams ability.
•General Manager George Paton called the decision to cut Jaleel McLaughlin the team's toughest.
•The Broncos' active roster now features JK Dobbins, RJ Harvey, Jonah Coleman, and Tyler Badie.

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1:53 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos GM George Paton explains their decision to go with Tyler Badie over Jaleel McLaughlin

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One of the Broncos’ more noteworthy roster cuts on Sunday was running back Jaleel McLaughlin. The former undrafted free agent made the team as a rookie after a standout performance during the preseason and became a key member of the Broncos’ offense for a period of time. Despite being undersized, McLaughlin ran well between the […]
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