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The Denver Broncos wrapped up their preseason with a flawless 3-0 record after defeating the New Orleans Saints. This final match showcased both starting and second-unit players, allowing many to vie for a spot on the final roster. Standout performances included impressive displays from Bo Nix and rookie linebacker Que Robinson, among others. The team is now tasked with finalizing their roster ahead of the regular season, starting with a match against the Tennessee Titans.
Denver – The Denver Broncos concluded their preseason with an impressive 3-0 record after securing a victory against the New Orleans Saints. The final game was designed to energize the starting unit and give opportunities for players battling for a spot on the final roster ahead of the regular season.
In the finale, many second-unit players, including quarterback Jarrett Stidham, were either benched or played minimal minutes. Key standout performances arose, with several players seizing their last chance to impress the coaching staff. Some may have solidified their positions, while others may have fallen short of expectations.
Highlighted players included Bo Nix, who registered a 65.2 performance grade as the starting quarterback, showing improvement in pocket awareness and decision-making. Rookie linebacker Que Robinson delivered an outstanding performance with a grade of 76.6, making a notable impact by recording a strip-sack during the game. Michael Dwumfour, a new addition to the defensive line with a grade of 74.2, achieved two pressures and proved effective against the run.
Other players demonstrating potential included Levelle Bailey (Grade: 73.6), who showed improvement in both run defense and coverage, and Devon Key (Grade: 71.5), who had a strong outing and is in competition for a safety position. Caden Prieskorn (Grade: 70.9) rebounded from a previous fumble to exhibit promise as a tight end/fullback hybrid, while Clay Webb (Grade: 70.3) made strides in performance after earlier struggles.
Several other players made notable contributions as well. Will Sherman (Grade: 68.7) adjusted well to playing center, showcasing improvement from his prior appearances at guard, while Audric Estime (Grade: 67.4) performed well in various roles but might have joined the team too late to secure a place on the roster.
However, not all players left a positive impression. Andrew Farmer (Grade: 34.5) struggled significantly and was subsequently waived. Jordan Jackson (Grade: 35.6) and Adam Trautman (Grade: 36.5) also faced difficulties, failing to make meaningful contributions, while Dondrea Tillman (Grade: 37.4) had an inconsistent preseason. Joe Michalski (Grade: 38.7) had a rough game at right guard after previously performing well at center.
In addition, Micah Abraham (Grade: 38.9) and Blake Watson (Grade: 40.3) struggled in their respective roles, and Marques Cox (Grade: 41.1) allowed two sacks in the season finale, raising concerns about his readiness. Meanwhile, Sam Franklin (Grade: 70.8) stood out with improved performance on special teams, reflecting positively on his preseason efforts.
The Broncos are now faced with the challenging task of trimming their roster down to 53 players by the 4 p.m. ET deadline on Tuesday. Coach Sean Payton acknowledged that this year’s cuts would be particularly difficult due to the enhanced depth within the team, making decisions more complex than in previous seasons.
Looking ahead, the Broncos will kick off the regular season against the Tennessee Titans on September 7, as the team looks to build on their perfect preseason performance.
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