Sean Payton addresses season-ending injury of Broncos' Matt Henningsen
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 2:15 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton expressed disappointment over defensive lineman Matt Henningsen's season-ending injury, which occurred during practice. Henningsen suffered an Achilles injury, marking the second consecutive year he has faced this setback. Payton emphasized the challenges of such injuries, noting Henningsen's resilience and the need for support during his recovery. The Broncos will hold a closed practice on Wednesday before their preseason opener against the Atlanta Falcons on Friday.
- •Henningsen suffers another season-ending Achilles injury during practice.
- •Payton comments on the difficulties faced by Henningsen.
- •Broncos have a closed practice scheduled for Wednesday.
- •Denver faces the Atlanta Falcons in their preseason opener.
- 2:15 PMYahoo Sports — Sean Payton reacts to DL’s season-ending injury: ‘I hate it for him’
""I hate it for him," Broncos coach Sean Payton said of Matt Henningsen suffering another season-ending Achilles injury.
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