Jaylen Waddle and Pat Surtain elevate each other's game in Broncos practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

During training camp on August 27, the Denver Broncos see a competitive environment as wide receiver Jaylen Waddle practices against All-Pro cornerback Pat Surtain. Both players, former college teammates at Alabama, push each other to improve, showcasing their respective skills. Coach Sean Payton emphasized the importance of strong competition in practice, noting that it sharpens the abilities of all players involved. Waddle expressed excitement about facing a formidable defense that retained most of its last season's starters. As the season approaches, both Waddle aims for another 1,000-yard season and Surtain seeks his second Defensive Player of the Year award in three years.
- •Waddle and Surtain compete in Broncos training camp practice
- •Coach Sean Payton highlights the benefits of competition
- •Waddle aims for fourth 1,000-yard season in 2026
- •Surtain seeks second Defensive Player of the Year award
- •Broncos return nearly all starters from strong 2025 defense
- 12:02 PMYahoo Sports — Jaylen Waddle and Pat Surtain are making each other better at practice
"“Anytime you’ve got better players competing, you’re sharpening the skills and you’re testing them," Broncos coach Sean Payton said.
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