The Denver Broncos cut two players from their active roster on Tuesday, according to a report from KUSA-TV’s Mike Klis.
The Broncos released inside linebacker Kristian Welch and waived safety Tanner McCalister from the 53-man roster. Both players could be potential candidates to return on the practice squad.
Welch signed with Denver on Aug. 29. He played in the first six games of the season, earning one start. He played 97 snaps on special teams and 36 snaps on defense over the last six weeks.
McCalister joined the Broncos in January and he dressed for three games this season, playing exclusively on special teams (54 snaps).
Denver opening up two spots on the active roster might mean that two players are on the verge of returning from injured reserve. Broncos right tackle Mike McGlinchey (MCL), outside linebacker Baron Browning (foot) and cornerback Damarri Mathis (ankle) are all eligible to return from IR this week.
Denver will face the New Orleans Saints on Thursday Night Football on Oct. 17.
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