The 2026 NFL cut deadline is days away, and after all the training camp battles and two preseason games, we’ve got a final projection that’s got some serious juice for the Broncos. Top of the list? Third-year quarterback Bo Nix, fresh off offseason ankle surgery, looks absolutely healthy and ready to ignite their season. This isn’t just a list of names; it’s the foundation of what we’ll see on the field right from Week 1.
Nix Is Healthy, RBs Ready to Roll
Quarterback is locked down. Bo Nix, after offseason ankle surgery, looks healthy and ready for a big season. Jarrett Stidham solidified his spot as QB2, winning out over Sam Ehlinger, who’s expected on the practice squad. The QB room is set and ready for the early grind of the regular season.
Now, running backs. Four made the cut. JK Dobbins is your undisputed starter, set to carry the load. Second-year back RJ Harvey is clearly the pass-catching specialist, a key role in today’s NFL game. Rookie Jonah Coleman has pushed his way into contention for early touches in Week 1, which is super exciting for a young guy. Adam Prentice also made the team, but he could easily make the practice squad. McLaughlin, Badie, and Schrader were cut. McLaughlin was mostly inactive last season until Dobbins got hurt, then jumped Badie. Badie, however, was often active and is their trusted third-down pass-blocking specialist. Schrader offers size and power, but he’s less likely to stick. That last spot fight was intense!
WRs Stacked, Trade Rumors Brewing
The wide receiver room? Stacked with five. Jaylen Waddle, Courtland Sutton, and Pat Bryant are locked in as your starting trio, giving Nix serious weapons and putting pressure on opposing secondaries. Marvin Mims is a lock too, as their return, deep ball, and gadget specialist. He’s going to be electric and can change a game’s momentum instantly. Troy Franklin sticks around as talented depth, but here’s the kicker: don’t rule out trade rumors around him. If they really like an undrafted free agent receiver and can get a good return for Franklin, it’s definitely something to watch as the early season unfolds. Lil’Jordan Humphrey seems practice squad bound with potential for elevation. This WR group is going to be a blast!
The cut deadline is just days away, and this projection gives us a clear look at who’s shaping up for Week 1. With Bo Nix healthy, a stacked receiver corps ready to explode, and a deep running back room, this Broncos offense is absolutely poised to show us what it’s truly made of from the jump. Every move made now directly impacts their early season form. Get ready, football is almost here!
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Originally reported by Mile High Report.
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