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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.
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.
Denver’s 2026 training camp opened with second-year wideout Pat Bryant standing out in the first practice, as the Broncos add Jaylen Waddle to unlock more offense. Bryant’s size, route running and hands position him as a potential WR3 behind Waddle and Courtland Sutton, which could give Denver four credible receivers as the offseason unfolds.
Denver’s 2026 training camp kicks off with five key storylines: Bo Nix returning from ankle issues and presiding over a revamped offense with a new play-caller and target in Jaylen Waddle; Davis Webb running the offense under Sean Payton’s system for the first time; Waddle’s speed potentially unlocking more plays and changing how the WR corps operates; replacing interior pass rush after John Franklin-Myers’ departure and the uncertainty around Jonathon Cooper; and the looming contract decisions for Riley Moss and Ja’Quan McMillian, plus Jahdae Barron’s development as a potential internal replacement—capturing how the revamped roster and coaching staff adapt in camp, preseason, and beyond.
Sports Illustrated's 2026 WR2 rankings have George Pickens No. 1 and Tee Higgins No. 2, Jameson Williams No. 3, Davante Adams No. 4, with Jaylen Waddle at No. 5 amid Denver’s improved receiving corps; the rest of the top 10 includes Jordan Addison, Jakobi Meyers, Michael Wilson, Michael Pittman Jr. and Romeo Doubs, highlighting a deep group at wide receiver2 entering the season.
During the Broncos' OTA with media, Bo Nix did not practice but is trending toward minicamp participation; Jonah Elliss remains at edge rusher after a potential position move, while Jaylen Waddle looked fast and aligned with Payton’s vision. Rookies and depth players (Turner, Reid, Bailey, among others) will vie for spots, and a backup QB battle appeared plausible as Sam Ehlinger reportedly looked better than Jarrett Stidham. Payton also confirmed there will be no joint practices at training camp.
Denver leveraged multiple trades to assemble seven picks (no first/third round) focused on trenches, backfield, and tight end after trading for Jaylen Waddle; analysts gave a range of grades from A to C+, praising Denver's disciplined fill of needs but acknowledging the hit of missing early selections, with NFL Media giving A/A-/B+ across days, CBS Sports praising Coleman and Casey, ESPN at C+, and PFF at C- despite highlighting seventh-round Red Murdock as a standout.
Denver, without a first-round pick in 2026, sent the 30th overall choice and a third-rounder to the Dolphins to acquire veteran wideout Jaylen Waddle, believing he’ll contribute more quickly than two top-94 rookies would. GM George Paton said Day 1 starters are hard to come by with rookies, so Denver is eyeing the 62nd pick and could move up in the second round but isn’t likely to trade back into the first. The club’s 2025 first-rounder Jahdae Barron saw limited action, and Denver is targeting mid-round prospects (roughly Nos. 45–75) who fit high-trait profiles but require development.
After the Dolphins traded Jaylen Waddle to Denver for a package that included a first-round pick, center Aaron Brewer said his first reaction was disbelief and that he was shook, but he quickly framed it as a chance to push the team forward, see who steps up in the WR room, and embrace the rebuild while remaining hopeful for a near-term extension.
Denver re-signed J.K. Dobbins and added Jaylen Waddle, giving the Broncos a loaded offense with Courtland Sutton, a developing Pat Bryant, a strong O-line, and a healthy backfield with RJ Harvey. Dobbins called the roster overhaul an 'embarrassment of riches' and expressed optimism for a fresh, productive season despite past injuries.
Returning from injury, J.K. Dobbins says the Broncos’ offense is loaded after adding Jaylen Waddle, with Bo Nix back and a talented group including Courtland Sutton and Pat Bryant, creating an “embarrassment of riches” and a high-expectation season for Denver.
Denver reportedly weighed several routes— including a Rashid Shaheed free-agent option and a first-round pick—before pulling off a blockbuster trade: sending their 1st-, 3rd-, and 4th-round picks to Miami for Jaylen Waddle and the Dolphins’ 4th, a move aimed at upgrading Bo Nix’s supporting cast and keeping Denver in a Super Bowl window.
Denver acquired WR Jaylen Waddle from the Miami Dolphins in a deadline-era deal, sending a 2026 first-round pick plus third- and fourth-round picks in exchange and committing $68.6 million over three years (about $23 million per year). The move, paired with Bo Nix on a rookie contract, could unlock Denver’s offense as they navigate roughly $19 million in cap space. The trade continues Denver’s pattern of trading high draft capital for impact players (adding to notable past moves involving Elway, Zimmerman, Russell Wilson, and Sean Payton), with Waddle’s arrival potentially elevating the rest of the skill group.
After firing GM Chris Grier, the Dolphins orchestrated a blockbuster offseason trade that sent star WR Jaylen Waddle and the 111th pick to Denver in exchange for the 30th, 94th, and 134th picks, signaling a fresh rebuild under new leadership and a shift in Miami’s championship timeline.
Denver acquired Jaylen Waddle from Miami after a weeks-long, numbers-driven negotiation that matched Denver's championship push with Miami's rebuild. The Broncos traded a first-round pick and other draft considerations in exchange for Waddle and a fourth-rounder, while Miami moved Waddle for significant future draft capital. The deal was guided by extensive background research, mutual trust between the front offices, and intel from Waddle’s Alabama connections; Waddle provides immediate explosive potential for Payton’s offense, and Miami gains flexibility to accelerate its rebuild.