Denver Broncos finalize 53-man roster following 38 moves
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 11:13 AM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026
The Denver Broncos established their initial 53-man roster for the 2026 NFL season after completing 38 transactions over the weekend. Bo Nix enters the season as the primary quarterback, backed by Jarrett Stidham and Sam Ehlinger. The running back group includes J.K. Dobbins, RJ Harvey, Jonah Coleman, and Tyler Badie. On the defensive side, Jonathon Cooper has been placed on the commissioner's exempt list pending a legal proceeding and cannot practice or participate in games. The organization plans to build a 17-player practice squad following the waiver claim process. While the current depth chart remains unofficial, the team expects to release a formal version closer to the regular season.
- •Bo Nix, Jarrett Stidham, and Sam Ehlinger occupy the quarterback room.
- •Jonathon Cooper is currently on the commissioner's exempt list.
- •Marvin Mims is projected to serve as the primary returner.
- •The Broncos made 38 roster moves to reach the 53-man limit.
- •The team is currently building a 17-player practice squad.
- 11:22 AMYahoo Sports — Projecting Jaguars defensive depth chart after roster cutdowns
- 11:13 AMYahoo Sports — Projecting Colts' defensive depth chart after roster cutdowns
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos' updated depth chart projection after roster cuts
"Following roster cutdowns, here is our latest projection of what the Colts' defensive depth chart looks like.
"Following roster cutdowns, here is a projection of the Jaguars' defensive depth chart heading into Week 1.
"Following roster cuts, here's an updated (projected) depth chart for the Broncos.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 11:22 AMProjecting Jaguars defensive depth chart after roster cutdowns
Following roster cutdowns, here is a projection of the Jaguars' defensive depth chart heading into Week 1.
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 11:13 AMProjecting Colts' defensive depth chart after roster cutdowns
Following roster cutdowns, here is our latest projection of what the Colts' defensive depth chart looks like.
- Yahoo SportsAug 31, 2026, 2:30 PMBroncos' updated depth chart projection after roster cuts
Following roster cuts, here's an updated (projected) depth chart for the Broncos.
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