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Denver fell 33-13 to Green Bay in Week 2 of the preseason, a game that exposed mixed results as Bo Nix looked healthy and sharp while many depth players struggled or showcased uncertain roster futures ahead of cuts; Nix’s stock rose, Stidham’s fell, and various backs, receivers, and defenders flashed or faltered, signaling ongoing competition for the 53-man squad with one preseason game remaining.
Week 2 of the 2026 NFL preseason featured Bo Nix sparking the Broncos’ offense, rookie De'Zhaun Stribling continuing a historic breakout for the 49ers, and Geno Smith delivering a clean, productive showing with the Jets after his rough 2025 season. In contrast, first overall pick Fernando Mendoza struggled in his Texans debut, getting overwhelmed by a strong Houston defense that produced an 80-yard pick-six and an early sack. The Jets also benefited from multiple takeaways, while rookies like Kayden McDonald and Wade Woodaz flashed on defense for Houston, and special-teams produced notable moments (including Jacob Cowing’s 83-yard punt return TD).
Live updates from the Denver Broncos vs. Green Bay Packers preseason game at Empower Field at Mile High. Bo Nix leads an opening-drive Broncos TD to RJ Harvey, and Jaylen Waddle records a 35-yard first catch for Denver, but Riley Moss leaves the game with an injury. The Packers answer with an early touchdown as Love-to-Lloyd, and by halftime Green Bay leads 23-10, with a steady stream of highlights and embeds tracking the night’s drives, injuries, and key moments.
Denver hosts Green Bay in Week 2 of the NFL preseason with Bo Nix slated to play roughly 14 snaps as Davis Webb calls the plays, while the Broncos look to mix in under-center action, increase tight-end targets (Engram, Joly, Bentley), and settle which fifth defensive lineman—Sai'vion Jones or Tyler Onyedim—emerges behind the starting foursome.
At Denver Broncos training camp, quarterback Bo Nix and edge rusher Nik Bonitto reportedly got into a heated altercation, with Bonitto held back by teammates. Lineman Calvin Throckmorton was seen bleeding and left the field, but Nix and Bonitto returned for more drills. Described as the most heated altercation in Sean Payton’s tenure, the incident comes as Denver heads toward Friday’s preseason game against Green Bay.
Day 13 of Broncos camp was the most intense yet, with skirmishes sparked by Bo Nix and Nik Bonitto, a bleeding Throckmorton after a ruckus, and defensive praise for rookie LB Red Murdock as he shows he can call the defense. Coaches urged players to avoid hitting the quarterback as Nix embraced the competitive energy; the report also covers injury updates, RB rotation notes, and other camp developments ahead of the preseason.
Broncos quarterback Bo Nix sparked a tense training-camp moment by grabbing Nik Bonitto from a pile after a sack; Bonitto reacted angrily as linemen separated them, and Nix had earlier been knocked down and threw the ball. Nix framed the confrontation as part of football and valuable preparation for games, while Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph warned that players shouldn’t hit Nix.
During Tuesday's Broncos training camp, a fiery practice boiled over with a fight sparked by Justin Joly as the defense escalated, Bo Nix reacting after a hit and Nik Bonitto joining the pile; Nix later threw an interception to Alex Singleton. Calvin Throckmorton left with a facial cut, and coaches cautioned that competitive intensity is good but must stay within the lines. The day also featured updates on player participation (Forsyth, Sanders, Wattenberg, Mims) and a two-minute drill in which the defense shut down the offense, after which McGlinchey was pulled for a false start.
A dust-up erupts on Day 13 of Broncos training camp after a skirmish sparked by rookie Justin Joly. Bo Nix, angered by pressure from Malcolm Roach and Nik Bonitto, is involved in a confrontation that leaves backup Calvin Trockmorton bleeding. Nix later connects with Courtland Sutton, then throws an interception to Alex Singleton that ignites another melee. Coach Sean Payton is unlikely to be happy, and Nix is set for his 2026 preseason debut versus the Packers.
Denver opens the 2026 preseason on the road vs. the Atlanta Falcons (Aug. 14, 5:00 PM MT) at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The game will be shown on 9NEWS (KUSA-TV) and ESPN. Head coach Sean Payton said starters will get 10–15 plays, but Bo Nix will not play after fracturing his ankle; the night will focus on position battles and rookies fighting for playing time as Denver heads into the rest of the preseason (vs. Packers on Aug. 21 and Vikings on Aug. 28).
Broncos training camp Day 8 featured a controlled scrimmage led by Vance Joseph as Sean Payton attended Drew Brees’ Hall of Fame induction. Pat Bryant stepped up as Bo Nix’s top target with multiple catches and a highlighted TD, while rookie Jonah Coleman impressed with strong between-the-tackles runs and pass-catching ability, potentially pushing for RB2. Eyioma Uwazurike showed increased pass-rush potential after a body transformation. The day included injury/rest notes (Waddle, Mims, Wattenberg among those limited) and roster moves, including waiving Sam Webb and signing Ricardo Hallman, as the team evaluates depth ahead of preseason.
Day 7 of Broncos camp ended with Bo Nix orchestrating a late 1:21 drill to a touchdown, sealing a win for the offense as the run game showed signs of life behind JK Dobbins and rookie Jonah Coleman, whom coach Payton called a “pleasant surprise.” The session was marred by injuries, including a torn Achilles for Matt Henningsen and an unknown lower-body issue for Marvin Mims, with Nate Adkins also exiting. Jaylen Waddle was limited but present, Sutton returned to full participation, and Payton was away at Drew Brees’s Hall of Fame ceremony with Vance Joseph running practice. The team also worked out and reportedly signed undrafted WR Kyre Duplessis, while several veterans rested, prompting focus on defensive-line and wide-receiver depth ahead of preseason.
Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is a full-go less than a week into 2026 training camp, saying he feels normal and won’t let his fractured ankle limit his mobility as he develops with new play-caller Davis Webb, aiming to stay athletic throughout a long season; Payton has not yet commented on preseason participation.
Denver is reportedly exploring signing Taysom Hill to reunite him with head coach Sean Payton, hoping Hill’s versatile playmaking can ease Bo Nix’s workload and bolster a tight end group led by Adam Trautman and Evan Engram, potentially boosting rushing and scoring outputs as Nix recovers from a postseason ankle injury.
Day 1 of Denver Broncos training camp kicks off after acclimation days, with Bo Nix healthy and quarterbacking a revamped offense under new coordinator Davis Webb and a high-powered receiving corps led by Jaylen Waddle. The camp is expected to draw strong fan turnout and set the tone for the season, with Mile High Report providing live updates and Scotty Payne’s daily recaps.