Denver Broncos release running back Jaleel McLaughlin
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 10:15 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
The Denver Broncos released veteran running back Jaleel McLaughlin on August 30, 2026. McLaughlin confirmed his departure from the franchise via a social media post earlier today. The running back joined the team as an undrafted free agent in 2023 and recorded 226 carries for 1,093 yards and three touchdowns, along with 59 receptions for 263 yards and four touchdowns during his time with the club. His role in the offense recently diminished following the addition of rookie running back RJ Harvey. The Broncos may offer McLaughlin a spot on the team's practice squad later this week if he does not sign with another NFL team. His exit marks a shift in the Denver backfield as the organization transitions to a larger, more physical rotation.
- •Jaleel McLaughlin was released by the Denver Broncos on August 30, 2026.
- •The running back joined the franchise as an undrafted free agent in 2023.
- •McLaughlin recorded 1,356 total yards and seven total touchdowns as a Bronco.
- •The team may attempt to sign him to the practice squad later this week.
- •The addition of rookie RJ Harvey influenced the change in the team's backfield.
- 11:12 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos cuts include RB Jaleel McLaughlin
- 10:15 PMYahoo Sports — Denver Broncos have released running back Jaleel McLaughlin
"The Broncos' reduction to 53 includes the release of a fourth-year running back who has appeared in 41 games with nine starts.
"A post from Instagram seems to confirm that the Denver Broncos have released veteran running back Jaleel McLaughlin today.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 11:12 PMBroncos cuts include RB Jaleel McLaughlin
The Broncos' reduction to 53 includes the release of a fourth-year running back who has appeared in 41 games with nine starts.
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 10:15 PMDenver Broncos have released running back Jaleel McLaughlin
A post from Instagram seems to confirm that the Denver Broncos have released veteran running back Jaleel McLaughlin today.
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