Well, this is a bit of a surprise.
The Denver Broncos have waived running back Blake Watson, according to a report from the Denver Gazette‘s Chris Tomasson.
The Broncos activated three players — outside linebacker Baron Browning (foot), right tackle Mike McGlinchey (MCL) and cornerback Damarri Mathis (ankle) — from injured reserve to the active roster ahead of a Thursday Night Football showdown with the New Orleans Saints today.
Denver had room for two players on the active roster after cutting inside linebacker Kristian Welch and safety Tanner McCalister earlier this week. To open up a third spot, the Broncos opted to cut Watson.
If he clears waivers, Watson will presumably be a candidate to return on the team’s practice squad. The undrafted rookie out of Memphis had been a healthy scratch in all but one game this season.
Denver moves forward with Javonte Williams, Jaleel McLaughlin and Audric Estime at running back. Tyler Badie is also on injured reserve and eligible to return later this season.
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