Denver Broncos retain three quarterbacks on initial 53-man roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 4:13 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026
The Denver Broncos finalized their 53-man roster by retaining quarterbacks Bo Nix, Jarrett Stidham, and Sam Ehlinger. The decision to keep three players at the position has led to a vacancy at long-snapper on the active roster. Team personnel indicated the move was made to secure depth at the quarterback position following injury concerns during the previous season. As a consequence of the roster management, the team had to release other players, including tight end Justin Joly and linebacker Red Murdock. These players are now subject to the waiver process, risking potential acquisition by other clubs. The team expects to address the missing long-snapper spot through future practice squad additions or waiver claims before the start of the season.
- •Denver keeps Bo Nix, Jarrett Stidham, and Sam Ehlinger on the 53-man roster.
- •The team currently has no long-snapper on the active roster.
- •Rookie tight end Justin Joly and linebacker Red Murdock were released.
- •The organization plans to address the long-snapper gap via the waiver wire or practice squad.
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