Denver Broncos trim active roster to 53 players for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 11:32 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
The Denver Broncos finalized their initial 53-man roster on August 30, 2026, following a reduction from 91 players. Notable personnel decisions included the release of Jaleel McLaughlin, Drew Sanders, and rookie Justin Joly. The team opted to retain three quarterbacks, Bo Nix, Jarrett Stidham, and Sam Ehlinger, alongside wide receiver Lil’Jordan Humphrey. Several depth additions were confirmed, such as rookie tight end Dallen Bentley and veteran Tyler Badie. Jonathon Cooper was placed on the exempt list, while Frank Crum and Caleb Lohner were designated for short-term injured reserve. The organization expects further minor roster adjustments before the start of the regular season in September.
- •The Broncos cut 38 players to reach the mandatory 53-man limit.
- •Quarterbacks Bo Nix, Jarrett Stidham, and Sam Ehlinger secured roster spots.
- •Rookie tight end Dallen Bentley and Tyler Badie earned positions on the final roster.
- •Jonathon Cooper was placed on the exempt list ahead of the regular season.
- •The team remains without a long snapper following the release of Mitchell Fraboni.
- 11:32 PMYahoo Sports — Denver Broncos Announce 2026 53-Man Roster
- 11:24 PMUSA Today — Denver Broncos 53-man roster: Updated live - Broncos Wire
"The Denver Broncos have trimmed their roster down from 91 players to 53 and now have their initial 53-man roster for the 2026 season. Now, we could see a few minor changes in the coming days, but for now, this is your Broncos 53-man roster heading into Week 1 of the 2026 regular season. We […]
"The Denver Broncos are building their initial 53-man roster. We are tracking it here.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 11:32 PMDenver Broncos Announce 2026 53-Man Roster
The Denver Broncos have trimmed their roster down from 91 players to 53 and now have their initial 53-man roster for the 2026 season. Now, we could see a few minor changes in the coming days, but for now, this is your Broncos 53-man roster heading into Week 1 of the 2026 regular season. We […]
- USA TodayAug 30, 2026, 11:24 PMDenver Broncos 53-man roster: Updated live - Broncos Wire
The Denver Broncos are building their initial 53-man roster. We are tracking it here.
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