Denver Broncos release running back Jaleel McLaughlin
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 11:52 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026

The Denver Broncos released running back Jaleel McLaughlin during final roster cuts on Sunday. McLaughlin participated in the preseason with Denver, recording 38 rushing yards on 11 carries. He added nine receptions for 44 yards and one touchdown during exhibition play. Over three NFL seasons with the organization, he totaled 1,093 rushing yards and three touchdowns, along with 59 catches for 263 yards and four additional scores. A former Youngstown State standout, McLaughlin established an NCAA record during his collegiate career with 8,166 yards and 79 touchdowns after beginning his career at Notre Dame College.
- •Jaleel McLaughlin was cut by the Denver Broncos on Sunday.
- •He recorded 38 rushing yards on 11 preseason carries.
- •McLaughlin caught nine passes for 44 yards and one touchdown in preseason play.
- •He recorded 1,093 rushing yards and seven total touchdowns during his three seasons in Denver.
- •He holds the NCAA record with 8,166 career rushing yards.
- 11:52 PMYahoo Sports — Former YSU running back cut by Denver Broncos
"During the preseason with Denver, he carried the ball eleven times and finished with 38 rushing yards.
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