Denver Broncos waive rookie linebacker Red Murdock in roster cutdown
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 8:29 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
The Denver Broncos released seventh-round draft pick Red Murdock on Saturday as the team works toward finalizing its 53-man roster for the 2026 season. Murdock, the final player selected in the 2026 NFL draft and widely known as Mr. Irrelevant, led the team in tackles during the preseason. Despite his performance, the coaching staff opted to keep veteran options for depth at the inside linebacker position. The club also moved to waive fifth-round pick Justin Joly earlier in the weekend. The Broncos now aim to clear Murdock through the waiver process to add the linebacker to the 17-man practice squad. Defensive coordinator Vance Joseph praised the rookie throughout the offseason, yet the team continues to prioritize roster experience ahead of the upcoming regular season.
- •The Denver Broncos waived seventh-round draft pick Red Murdock on Saturday.
- •Murdock led the team in tackles during the 2026 preseason.
- •The team also released fifth-round draft pick Justin Joly.
- •Denver intends to place Murdock on the 17-man practice squad if he clears waivers.
- •Active inside linebackers remaining on the roster include Alex Singleton and Justin Strnad.
- 8:29 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos make another surprise roster cut, waive "Mr. Irrelevant"
- 8:18 PMYahoo Sports — Denver Broncos have waived inside linebacker Red Murdock
"The Denver Broncos have another surprise in their roster cutdowns. They have waived inside linebacker Red Murdock.
"The Denver Broncos have waived seventh-round pick Red Murdock, one of their most surprising roster cuts.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 8:29 PMBroncos make another surprise roster cut, waive "Mr. Irrelevant"
The Denver Broncos have waived seventh-round pick Red Murdock, one of their most surprising roster cuts.
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 8:18 PMDenver Broncos have waived inside linebacker Red Murdock
The Denver Broncos have another surprise in their roster cutdowns. They have waived inside linebacker Red Murdock.
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