Broncos sign pass rusher Ron Stone who had 9.5 sacks in UFL
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 7:27 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
The Denver Broncos have signed pass rusher Ron Stone Jr. to bolster their outside linebacker unit. Stone, who went undrafted in 2024, previously played in the United Football League, recording 4 sacks with the Michigan Panthers in 2025 and 5.5 sacks with the Columbus Aviators in the 2026 spring season. His addition comes as the Broncos cut veteran wide receiver Hakeem Butler to make room on the roster. Stone may compete for a spot on the practice squad following the team's preseason finale.
- •Ron Stone signed after totaling 9.5 sacks in UFL play.
- •Stone originally signed with the Las Vegas Raiders before joining the UFL.
- •The Broncos have a crowded outside linebacker rotation.
- •Denver cut Hakeem Butler to make room for Stone on the roster.
- •Stone may be a practice squad candidate after preseason finale.
- 7:27 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos sign pass rusher who totaled 9.5 sacks in the UFL
"The Broncos signed pass rusher Ron Stone, who totaled 9.5 sacks over the last two UFL seasons.
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