{
  "id": 4197644,
  "title": "26 candidates for the Broncos' practice squad",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/26-candidates-for-the-broncos-practice-squad",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-29T13:15:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/26-candidates-broncos-practice-squad-131510038.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Denver Broncos recently concluded their preseason games, leading to a reduction of their roster from 91 players to the standard 53-man team for the 2026 season. This necessitates at least 38 roster moves this weekend. Following the cuts on Sunday, teams will begin waiver claims on Monday. Once these are processed, clubs can then assemble their practice squads of 16 or 17 players, with the option of including a 17th player if they are international.\n\nFor the Denver Broncos, the practice squad will primarily consist of players with limited NFL experience. However, up to six veteran players can also be part of the squad. While not every potential candidate will make it onto the practice squad, some may find their way onto the active roster or secure a position elsewhere.\n\nAmong the candidates for Denver's practice squad are quarterbacks Sam Ehlinger, fullback Adam Prentice, running backs Tyler Badie, Jaleel McLaughlin, Cody Schrader, wide receivers Lil Jordan Humphrey, Michael Bandy, Cam Ross, and Kolbe Katsis, tight ends Lucas Krull, Dallen Bentley, and Caleb Lohner, offensive linemen Calvin Throckmorton, Matt Peart, Tyler Miller, and Gavin Ortega, linebackers Jordan Miller, Johnny Walker, Dasan McCullough, and Ron Stone Jr., defensive linemen Taurean York, defensive backs Brent Austin, Sean Fresch, Tycen Anderson, and Miles Scott, and safety Parker Robertson.\n\nThe Denver Broncos will closely monitor all roster moves and practice squad transactions as they progress. Stay updated with Broncos Wire for the latest developments. Social media: Follow Broncos Wire on Facebook and Twitter/X.",
  "summary": "After roster cuts, the Broncos can build a 16- or 17-player practice squad. Here are some potential candidates.",
  "key_points": [
    "Denver Broncos reduce roster to 53 players.",
    "Practice squad will include 16-17 players.",
    "Candidates include quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, tight ends, and more."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}