Denver Broncos evaluate waiver wire options following NFL roster cuts
Sports Illustrated • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 2:00 AM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Following the league-wide deadline for NFL roster reductions, the Denver Broncos have completed nearly 40 personnel moves to reach their final squad limits. While the current roster is largely established, the team remains active in identifying potential acquisitions. The front office is now monitoring the waiver wire to fill specific vacancies and strengthen the depth of the roster. These evaluations follow the standard post-cutdown procedures as teams across the league shuffle players to adjust for the upcoming regular season schedule. The Broncos aim to use this window to address positional needs that were not settled during training camp or the preseason.
- •The Denver Broncos finalized nearly 40 roster cuts to meet league requirements.
- •Team management is actively reviewing available players on the waiver wire.
- •The Broncos are seeking outside help to address specific positional needs.
- •Front office staff continue to monitor roster adjustments across the league.
- 2:00 AMSports Illustrated — 10 NFL Roster-Cut Casualties Broncos Should Target Immediately - Sports Illustrated
"One team's trash could be another team's treasure, which is why the Broncos will be scouring the waiver wire.
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