Day 2 News and Notes from Broncos Camp

Live updates

1. 24d ago

   Patrick Mahomes on track for Week 1 return against Broncos

   Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes expects to start the September 14 game against the Denver Broncos. Mahomes is recovering from tearing the ACL and LCL in his left knee nine months ago. Meanwhile, the Broncos finished their second training camp session impacted by construction, which saw an increase in fans attending practices for the first time. The team continues to prepare for the season opener following a 33-10 preseason loss to the Green Bay Packers.

   Why it matters

   The Broncos are managing roster decisions and training camp logistics amid local construction. Their first regular season opponent is a Chiefs team returning its primary quarterback from a major knee injury.

   What is confirmed

   • Patrick Mahomes believes he is on track to start Week 1 against the Denver Broncos at home on Sept. 14.
   • Mahomes tore the ACL and LCL in his left knee nine months prior to the scheduled Week 1 game.
   • The Broncos completed their second training camp session impacted by construction.

   Still unconfirmed

   • First-time attendees at Broncos training camp practices increased.

   What to watch next

   • Official confirmation of the Week 1 starting lineup for the Kansas City Chiefs
   • Broncos final roster decisions regarding long snappers
   Sources used for this update (4)

   1. www.denverpost.com — Broncos see jump in first-timers attending training camp practices
   2. www.nydailynews.com — Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes on track for Week 1 return, plus other NFL news and notes
   3. au.sports.yahoo.com — Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes on track for Week 1 return, plus other NFL news and notes
   4. uk.sports.yahoo.com — Steelers' Will Howard, Drew Allar get mixed results in loss to Bills: highlights
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2. 26d ago

   Broncos Camp: Waddle Impresses, Roster Decisions Ahead

   The Denver Broncos continue their training camp after a 33-10 preseason loss to the Green Bay Packers. Jaylen Waddle made a strong debut, but the team faces roster decisions, including keeping two long snappers. The Broncos also prepare for their Week 1 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs, who are uncertain about playing Patrick Mahomes due to a knee injury.

   Why it matters

   The Broncos are in the midst of their training camp and preseason, working to finalize their roster and prepare for the regular season. The team is coming off a significant loss to the Packers and faces a tough Week 1 matchup against the Chiefs. The status of Patrick Mahomes and his knee injury will be crucial in determining the outcome of that game.

   What is confirmed

   • The Broncos lost 33-10 to the Green Bay Packers in their last preseason game.
   • Jaylen Waddle completed a successful first outing with the Denver Broncos.
   • Chiefs HC Andy Reid said "we'll just see" when asked if Patrick Mahomes (knee) would play in Week 1 against the Broncos.
   • Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur and Arizona Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur, brothers, faced off in a joint practice.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Ty Chandler is believed to have a serious knee injury, according to Saints beat writer Nick Underhill.

   What to watch next

   • The Week 1 matchup between the Broncos and Chiefs
   • The final roster decisions for the Broncos
   • The status of Patrick Mahomes' knee injury
   Sources used for this update (6)

   1. www.cbssports.com — Breaking down Browns' bizarre decision to start Deshaun Watson, plus our 2026 NFL All-Breakout team
   2. www.nbcsports.com — Reid: ‘We’ll just see’ if Mahomes plays Week 1
   3. www.ironmountaindailynews.com — LaFleur vs. LaFleur as Cards visit GB
   4. sports.yahoo.com — Packers coach Matt LaFleur to face off against Cardinals' Mike LaFleur at joint practice
   5. www.espn.com — NRL Midweek Mail R26: Lachlan Galvin relishing Nathan Cleary rematch
   6. www.nbcsports.com — Ty Chandler believed to have serious knee injury
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3. 28d ago

   Jaylen Waddle Debuts for Denver Broncos

   Jaylen Waddle completed a successful first outing with the Denver Broncos. Following the debut, Waddle spoke candidly about his performance and his new teammates. This addition to the roster comes as the team manages its training camp phase and recovers from a 33-10 preseason loss to the Green Bay Packers. The Broncos continue to navigate roster decisions, including the retention of two long snappers, while coaching staff focuses on using recent defeats as motivation for the squad.

   Why it matters

   The Broncos are currently in a high-competition phase of camp where defensive coordinator Vance Joseph noted frequent momentum shifts between units. The team is working to stabilize its roster following a significant preseason defeat.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Jaylen Waddle had a successful first outing with the Denver Broncos.

   What to watch next

   • Further performance evaluations of Jaylen Waddle in subsequent camp sessions
   • Final roster cuts and the decision on the second long snapper
   Sources used for this update (8)

   1. sports.yahoo.com — NFL Latest Updates - Yahoo Sports
   2. sports.yahoo.com — Jaylen Waddle Delivers Key Update After Turning Heads in Broncos Debut
   3. www.foxsports.com — KENNESAW STATE OWLS NEWS
   4. www.nytimes.com — Las Vegas Raiders
   5. www.foxsports.com — SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS NEWS
   6. www.profootballrumors.com — Pittsburgh Steelers News & Rumors
   7. www.saltwire.com — Charlottetown Guardian | News, Headlines and Stories | PNI Atlantic News
   8. broncoswire-eu.usatoday.com — Lions 53-man roster projection: Who's in, out entering final week?
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4. 29d ago

   No New Updates for Broncos Training Camp

   There are no new reports regarding the Denver Broncos training camp or roster movements. Previous reports focused on the team's 33-10 preseason loss to the Green Bay Packers and Sean Payton's intent to use that defeat as a motivational tool. The team continues to carry two long snappers, a decision explained by Darren Rizzi. Defensive coordinator Vance Joseph previously noted that momentum shifted frequently between the offense and defense during the high-competition phase of camp.

   Why it matters

   The Broncos are currently managing the fallout of a significant preseason blowout. This period is critical for determining final roster spots and team chemistry under Sean Payton.

   What to watch next

   • Sean Payton's specific motivational actions following the Packers loss
   • Roster updates regarding the long snapper position
   Sources used for this update (4)

   1. sports.yahoo.com — Buccaneers Release 25-Year-Old Defensive Back After Injury Amid Training Camp
   2. www.news-gazette.com — Notes: Illinois' new captains followed different paths to leadership position
   3. eu.usatoday.com — Browns vs Bills weather: Shedeur Sanders gets preseason start after delay
   4. ca.sports.yahoo.com — Notes from Matt Rhule's Final Fall Camp Media Availability
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5. 29d ago

   Broncos suffer 33-10 preseason loss to Green Bay Packers

   The Denver Broncos lost 33-10 to the Green Bay Packers in a preseason blowout. Head coach Sean Payton is expected to treat the defeat as a crisis over the coming week to motivate the team. On the roster, Darren Rizzi has provided an explanation for why the team is carrying two long snappers. This result follows a period of high competition in training camp where defensive coordinator Vance Joseph noted momentum shifted frequently between the offense and defense.

   Why it matters

   The team is currently transitioning from training camp sessions to preseason evaluation. This loss serves as a primary data point for roster cuts and tactical adjustments before the regular season.

   What is confirmed

   • The Green Bay Packers defeated the Denver Broncos 33-10 in a preseason game.
   • Darren Rizzi explained the reason the Broncos are carrying a second long snapper.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Sean Payton will treat the preseason loss as a crisis for the next week.

   What to watch next

   • Sean Payton's specific tactical changes following the loss
   • Final roster cuts based on preseason performances
   Sources used for this update (11)

   1. www.nbcsports.com — Fantasy Sports
   2. sports.yahoo.com — Darren Rizzi explains why Broncos have a second long snapper
   3. au.sports.yahoo.com — DeMar DeRozan plans to sign with Nuggets after Peyton Watson trade
   4. www.nbcsports.com — Pro Football Talk
   5. au.sports.yahoo.com — Travis Kelce's Dedication Forces Chiefs to Give Him Breaks During Training Camp
   6. www.denverpost.com — Sean Payton, master of creating a crisis, will see Broncos drubbing as perfect opportunity
   7. www.packers.com — Game notes: Packers RB MarShawn Lloyd relished long-awaited return to end zone
   8. www.nytimes.com — Packers roster projection: Multiple changes after preseason blowout of Broncos
   9. ca.sports.yahoo.com — What to Watch in Colts' Week 2 Preseason Matchup
   10. eu.jsonline.com — Kicker Trey Smack continues hot streak on game days | Packers insider
   11. broncoswire-eu.usatoday.com — Jaguars 53-man roster projection after second week of the preseason
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6. 38d ago

   Denver Broncos Defense Responds in Day 8 Scrimmage

   Defensive coordinator Vance Joseph led a scrimmage on Day 8 of training camp while head coach Sean Payton attended Drew Brees' Hall of Fame induction in Canton, Ohio. Joseph described the camp as very competitive, stating that the momentum has gone back and forth between the offense and defense. Wide receiver Pat Bryant is establishing himself as a trusted target for the team. The Broncos have since completed Day 9 and Day 10 of camp, with Wednesday's final session held as a closed practice.

   Why it matters

   The team is preparing for its preseason opener against the Falcons this Friday. Previous reports highlighted a period of defensive dominance and injury concerns for receiver Jaylen Waddle. The current competitive balance suggests a shift in momentum during the scrimmage phase.

   What is confirmed

   • Defensive coordinator Vance Joseph ran the Day 8 practice while Sean Payton attended Drew Brees' induction at the NFL Hall of Fame.
   • The Broncos completed Day 9 and Day 10 of training camp.
   • The Broncos preseason opener is scheduled against the Falcons this Friday night.
   • Wednesday's practice was a closed session.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Pat Bryant is establishing himself as a trusted wide receiver for the Broncos.

   What to watch next

   • Preseason opener results against the Falcons
   • Injury status updates for Jaylen Waddle
   Sources used for this update (14)

   1. sports.yahoo.com — Day 8 News and Notes from Broncos Camp
   2. www.denverbroncos.com — Broncos Camp Observations: As 'back and forth' camp continues, Denver's defense responds in scrimmage setting on Day 8
   3. ca.sports.yahoo.com — Dolphins Stock Report (Day 9): Is Jacob Rodriguez pushing for a starting role?
   4. turnto10.com — 'Help us': Family of repeat offender accused in brutal attacks begs to keep him locked up
   5. sports.yahoo.com — 2026 Broncos training camp: Day 9 live updates
   6. www.aol.com — 12 notes and highlights from Broncos practice on Monday
   7. broncoswire-eu.usatoday.com — New Oregon wildfires bring closures as state continues record burn
   8. www.cbssports.com — Aaron Donald return could happen this week, plus predicting NFL players who could make 2027 Hall of Fame
   9. ca.sports.yahoo.com — Predicting the Buffalo Bills' 53-Man Roster Following Training Camp
   10. www.cbssports.com — Jamey Eisenberg's Fantasy Football Running Back Tiers 2.0: A round-by-round plan for how to draft RBs in 2026
   11. sports.yahoo.com — Day 10 News and Notes from Broncos Camp
   12. www.nytimes.com — Behind the scenes for a day with Bears coach Ben Johnson
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7. 45d ago

   Jaylen Waddle exits Broncos camp with hamstring tightness

   Receiver Jaylen Waddle left a 2 1/2-hour Broncos training camp workout on Wednesday due to apparent hamstring tightness. Waddle did not return to the session. Quarterback Bo Nix was also knocked down during the practice, though reports indicate both players are okay. These incidents follow a period of increased physicality at camp, where the defense has previously dominated play. The status of Waddle's injury remains the primary concern for the receiving corps as the team continues its preseason preparations.

   Why it matters

   The Broncos are currently managing player health while maintaining the intensity of their training camp. Previous reports highlighted a physical environment featuring skirmishes between offensive and defensive players. Ensuring the availability of star playmakers like Waddle is critical for the offense's chemistry.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Jaylen Waddle left Wednesday's 2 1/2-hour workout with what appeared to be hamstring tightness.
   • Jaylen Waddle did not return to the workout.
   • Bo Nix was knocked down during the session.
   • Both Jaylen Waddle and Bo Nix are okay.

   What to watch next

   • Confirmation of Jaylen Waddle's injury status and return date
   • Updates on Bo Nix's physical condition following his fall
   Sources used for this update (5)

   1. broncoswire-eu.usatoday.com — Ryan Grubb updates Alabama football QB battle on Day 2 of fall camp
   2. idahonews.com — Neighbor of Nancy Guthrie says investigators searched neighborhood again
   3. www.nbcsports.com — RotoPat’s Preseason Rankings: The top RBs, WRs, QBs and TEs
   4. eu.montgomeryadvertiser.com — What we saw at Auburn football practice: Notes, observations from fall camp
   5. www.denver7.com — Quiet moments at Broncos camp after Jaylen Waddle pulls up, Bo Nix gets knocked down. Both are OK
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8. 47d ago

   Broncos Camp Day 4: Tempers Flare, Injury Scare

   Denver Broncos training camp saw increased physicality and tension on Day 4, with a skirmish between tight end Evan Engram and cornerback Ja'Quan McMillian. The defense dominated, with All-Pro Zach Allen and the front 7 standing out. Quarterback Bo Nix appears healthy, but the roles of Jarrett Stidham and Sam Ehlinger are being monitored.

   Why it matters

   The Denver Broncos are in the early stages of their 2026 training camp schedule, with quarterback Bo Nix returning to the field after a brief absence. The team's coaching staff, led by Head Coach Sean Payton, are evaluating player performance and roster spots. The Broncos' training camp is crucial in determining the team's lineup and strategy for the upcoming season.

   What is confirmed

   • The defense dominated Day 4 of Broncos training camp, with All-Pro Zach Allen and the front 7 standing out.
   • A skirmish broke out between tight end Evan Engram and cornerback Ja'Quan McMillian during Day 4 practice.
   • Quarterback Bo Nix appears healthy as training camp begins.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The status and roles of quarterbacks Jarrett Stidham and Sam Ehlinger are being monitored.

   What to watch next

   • The development of quarterback roles and responsibilities
   • Injury updates on players involved in the skirmish
   • The team's defensive strategy and lineup for the upcoming season
   Sources used for this update (5)

   1. broncoswire-eu.usatoday.com — 25 notes and highlights from Day 4 of Broncos training camp
   2. www.thescore.com — Training camp notebook: Early developments across the NFL
   3. www.si.com — Broncos Camp Day 4: Tempers Flare | Takeaways | Winners and Losers
   4. sports.yahoo.com — Day 4 News and Notes from Broncos Camp
   5. www.denverpost.com — Broncos training camp report: CB Riley Moss turns heads, and Evan Engram ignites a dust-up
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9. 48d ago

   Bo Nix Leads Denver Broncos Offense in First Acclimation Practice

   Quarterback Bo Nix has returned to the field, leading the Denver Broncos offense during the team's first acclimation practice. Head coach Sean Payton expressed satisfaction with the physical condition Nix is in as training camp begins. While Nix appears healthy, observers are now monitoring the status and roles of fellow quarterbacks Jarrett Stidham and Sam Ehlinger. The team is currently moving through the early stages of its 2026 training camp schedule.

   Why it matters

   The return of the starting quarterback is a key milestone for the offense's timing and chemistry. This period allows the team to transition from off-season programs to full-speed camp activities. The depth chart at quarterback remains a point of interest as the 53-man roster takes shape.

   What is confirmed

   • Bo Nix led the Broncos offense in the team's first acclimation practice.
   • Sean Payton is pleased with the shape Bo Nix is in to start training camp.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Offensive arrangements at camp hint at a quarterback competition involving Jarrett Stidham and Sam Ehlinger.

   What to watch next

   • Official depth chart designations for Jarrett Stidham and Sam Ehlinger.
   • The release of the final 53-man roster projection.
   Sources used for this update (10)

   1. Denver Broncos — 'It's good to have him back out there': QB Bo Nix leads Broncos' offense in Denver's first acclimation practice
   2. ESPN — 2026 Denver Broncos training camp: Latest intel, updates
   3. Mile High Report — Sean Payton is pleased with the shape Bo Nix is in to start training camp
   4. The Denver Post — Broncos 53-man roster projection: An early look at Sean Payton’s team as training camp heats up
   5. Mile High Report — Day 2 News and Notes from Broncos Camp
   6. Yahoo Sports — 5 takeaways from Day 2 of Broncos training camp
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   10. www.si.com — Camp Scuffles, QB Surprises, and Rising Stars: What’s Really Happening Across the NFC East
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