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Caleb Lohner faces roster challenge with Broncos amid injury recovery

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Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Caleb Lohner faces roster challenge with Broncos amid injury recovery
Summary

Denver Broncos tight end Caleb Lohner is struggling to secure a spot on the team's 53-man roster due to a recent knee procedure. Lohner has been absent from training camp practices, missing critical opportunities to compete against other tight ends. Head coach Sean Payton expressed concern about Lohner's time away from the field and emphasized the importance of his recovery. Lohner, selected in the seventh round of last year's draft, will need to return quickly to remain competitive. Other tight ends such as Nate Adkins and Justin Joly are gaining valuable experience in Lohner's absence.

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  • •Lohner missed valuable reps after undergoing a lower-body procedure.
  • •Payton highlighted concerns about missing time for younger players.
  • •Other tight ends are currently competing for roster spots.
  • •Lohner was drafted last year but now risks falling behind.
  • •His return to practice is crucial for his chances of making the roster.
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  • 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos' 2nd-year tight end at risk of falling way behind in TE battle
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Broncos second-year tight end Caleb Lohner's going to face a tough up-hill battle to make the active roster.

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