Broncos Broncos GM George Paton explained why the team opted to keep three quarterbacks as part of their initial 53-man roster. “We think highly of the quarterback room,” Paton said, via Around The NFL. “I really liked the process. I thought the competition brought out the best in really all of the quarterbacks. All these guys support each other, they compete and they work well … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Broncos, Chiefs, Creed Humphrey
AFC Notes: Troy Franklin, Rashee Rice, Broncos, Chiefs, Raiders
Broncos Broncos fourth-round WR Troy Franklin slid further in the draft than many expected during the process and got off to a rough start in camp. After showing massive signs of improvement over the last few weeks, Franklin is keeping his focus on putting in the work every day. “I would say it was an adjustment for sure,” Franklin said, via Mike Klis of 9News. “I had to adjust … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Troy Franklin, Rashee Rice, Broncos, Chiefs, Raiders
AFC Notes: Jim Harbaugh, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Broncos, Chargers, Chiefs
Broncos Denver named first-rounder Bo Nix the starting quarterback over Jarrett Stidham and Zach Wilson after an impressive showing in camp. Stidham wasn’t pleased to lose the competition and believes he’s good enough to start in the NFL. Despite his displeasure, he’s ready to do whatever the coaching staff asks of him. “First of all, obviously I was very disappointed,” Stidham … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Jim Harbaugh, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Broncos, Chargers, Chiefs
Broncos Signed LB Kristian Welch
The Denver Broncos signed LB Kristian Welch to a contract on Thursday, according to Nick Kosmider. Welch, 26, signed with the Ravens after going undrafted out of Iowa in the 2020 NFL Draft. He was waived during final roster cuts but added to the practice squad the following day. He was later promoted to the active roster and the Ravens also placed an exclusive-rights free … [Read more...] about Broncos Signed LB Kristian Welch
49ers Offered Third-Round Pick To Broncos For Courtland Sutton
Dianna Russini of The Athletic reports that the 49ers offered the Broncos a third-round pick for WR Courtland Sutton. Had the Broncos accepted the deal, the 49ers would then have turned around and traded Brandon Aiyuk to the Steelers. Russini says that San Francisco was only willing to trade Aiyuk if they could get a “top-flight receiver” to replace him. Denver ultimately … [Read more...] about 49ers Offered Third-Round Pick To Broncos For Courtland Sutton