{
  "id": 9338852,
  "title": "Broncos release depth chart ahead of 'SNF' showdown with Rams",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/broncos-release-depth-chart-ahead-of-snf-showdown-with-rams",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-23T13:01:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/broncos-release-depth-chart-ahead-130129067.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ahead of their Sunday Night Football matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, the Denver Broncos have released an unofficial depth chart. The roster remains unchanged since last week, though the club describes it as \"unofficial.\" The chart provides an indication of player positions, though certain caveats apply. Here's a breakdown of the Broncos' depth chart for the upcoming game.\n\nAt the quarterback position, Bo Nix is the primary starter, followed by Jarrett Stidham and Sam Ehlinger. The Broncos were concerned Ehlinger might be called up to the active roster, so he secured a spot on the 53-man roster. Running back duties are divided among J.K. Dobbins, RJ Harvey, Jonah Coleman, and Tyler Badie. Although Badie is listed as a wide receiver, Coleman outperformed him during training camp, resulting in his selection as RB3.\n\nWide receiver positions include Courtland Sutton and Pat Bryant, along with Jaylen Waddle and Lil Jordan Humphrey. Marvin Mims is considered a starter, although he saw less playing time in Week 1 due to a minor injury. Pat Bryant appears to be the unofficial third receiver. Tight end and fullback positions feature Evan Engram, Adam Trautman, Nate Adkins, Dallen Bentley, and Adam Prentice, who can be elevated from the practice squad up to three times. Fullback Adam Prentice has already used his first and second elevations during previous weeks.\n\nThe offensive line consists of nine players, with Garrett Bolles, Matt Peart, Ben Powers, Kage Casey, Luke Wattenberg, Alex Forsyth, Quinn Meinerz, and Mike McGlinchey forming the primary unit. Kage Casey also serves as the backup guard for both spots. For the defensive line, Zach Allen, Jordan Jackson, Tyler Onyedim, and Malcolm Roach lead the rotation. Eyioma Uwazurike, currently listed as the backup guard, has more playing time than Roach during the first two weeks and is likely the top backup for both guard positions and right tackle.\n\nOutside linebacker slots are filled by Nik Bonitto, Que Robinson, Jonah Elliss, and Dondrea Tillman. Jonathon Cooper is on the commissioner's exempt list and cannot practice or play until the NFL updates his status. Inside linebacker positions are filled by Alex Singleton, Jordan Turner, Justin Strnad, and Karene Reid. Red Murdock provides additional depth on the practice squad, while Taylor Rapp has been added to the practice squad as well.\n\nOn special teams, kicker Wil Lutz, punter Jeremy Crawshaw, and long snapper Mitchell Fraboni round out the team. Fraboni, a seventh-round draft pick, can be elevated to the active roster up to three times. Social media links for Broncos Wire are also provided in the source material.",
  "summary": "Take a look at the Broncos' depth chart ahead of their 'SNF' clash with the Rams.",
  "key_points": [
    "Bo Nix is primary QB starter with Jarrett Stidham and Sam Ehlinger behind him",
    "Running backs include J.K. Dobbins, RJ Harvey, Jonah Coleman, Tyler Badie",
    "Offense led by 9 offensive linemen with Garrett Bolles as primary starter"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Puka Nacua’s status uncertain as Rams prepare for Broncos",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/puka-nacuas-status-uncertain-as-rams-prepare-for-broncos",
        "published": "2026-09-24T06:27:36.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "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."
}