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Denver Broncos sign Lecitus Smith to bolster offensive line depth

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 11:28 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Denver Broncos sign Lecitus Smith to bolster offensive line depth
Summary

The Denver Broncos have signed center Lecitus Smith, a former Arizona Cardinals starter, to strengthen their offensive line ahead of the first preseason game. This move occurs following the injury of center Mike Deiter, who has been placed on season-ending IR. The Broncos have also experienced depth issues at center, with starters Luke Wattenberg and Alex Forsyth missing practice recently. Smith, a sixth-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, has previous experience with various NFL teams, including eight games started for the New England Patriots in 2024.

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  • •Lecitus Smith signed by Denver Broncos before preseason opener
  • •Mike Deiter placed on season-ending IR due to injury
  • •Luke Wattenberg and Alex Forsyth also absent from practice
  • •Smith was a sixth-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft
  • •He started eight games for the Patriots in 2024
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  • 11:28 PMYahoo Sports — Denver Broncos Sign 6-foot-3, 314-Pound Former NFC Starter
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The Denver Broncos have signed 6-foot-3, 314-pound former Arizona Cardinals starting center Leticus Smith before 1st preseason game. The post Denver Broncos Sign 6-foot-3, 314-Pound Former NFC Starter appeared first on HEAVY.

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