Broncos veterans who won't be guaranteed a spot on team's final roster

The Denver Broncos’ roster battles for the 2026 NFL season could leave several veteran players without guaranteed spots on the final 53-man lineup. With training camp starting in just over one month under head coach Sean Payton, the team is viewed as well-stocked and aiming to reach the Super Bowl after falling just short last year. However, competitive depth across positions may force difficult cuts, including at wide receiver, offensive line, tight end, long snapping, and quarterback. The article names Lil’Jordan Humphrey (WR), noting he has 53 catches in three seasons and could be squeezed by receivers such as Courtland Sutton, Troy Franklin, Marvin Mims Jr., and Pat Bryant, plus UFL signing Hakeem Butler. It also flags Matt Peart (OL), Nate Adkins (TE), Mitchell Fraboni (LS), who has a contract extension but faces competition from Luke Basso, and QB Jarrett Stidham, who will contend with Sam Ehlinger.