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Broncos’ depth chart for today’s game vs. Ravens

Here’s a look at the Broncos’ depth chart ahead of Sunday’s game against the Ravens.

The Denver Broncos have set their depth chart ahead of a Week 9 showdown with the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday.

NFL teams can elevate two players from the practice squad to the game-day roster each week. Denver called up linebacker Kwon Alexander and fullback Michael Burton this week. The Broncos also promoted offensive lineman Calvin Throckmorton to the active roster this week.

Here’s a look at the team’s depth chart going into the Ravens game.

Broncos offensive depth chart

WR Marvin Mims Troy Franklin
LT Garett Bolles Matt Peart
LG Ben Powers Alex Palczewski
C Alex Forsyth Calvin Throckmorton
RG Quinn Meinerz Alex Palczewski
RT Mike McGlinchey Frank Crum
TE Adam Trautman Greg Dulcich Lucas Krull
WR Courtland Sutton Lil’Jordan Humphrey Devaughn Vele
RB Javonte Williams Jaleel McLaughlin Audric Estime
FB Michael Burton Nate Adkins
QB Bo Nix Jarrett Stidham Zach Wilson

Broncos defensive depth chart

DE Zach Allen Jordan Jackson
NT D.J. Jones Malcolm Roach
DE John Franklin-Myers Eyioma Uwazurike
SLB Jonathon Cooper Jonah Elliss
WLB Nik Bonitto / Baron Browning Dondrea Tillman
ILB Justin Strnad Kwon Alexander
ILB Cody Barton Levelle Bailey
LCB Pat Surtain Levi Wallace Tremon Smith
RCB Riley Moss Damarri Mathis Kris Abrams-Draine
NCB Ja’Quan McMillian
S P.J. Locke JL Skinner
S Brandon Jones Devon Key Keidron Smith

Broncos special teams depth chart

PK Wil Lutz
KO Wil Lutz
P Riley Dixon
H Riley Dixon
LS Mitchell Fraboni
KR Marvin Mims Tremon Smith Jaleel McLaughlin
PR Marvin Mims Tremon Smith

Sunday’s game will be regionally televised on CBS (view the TV broadcast map here). The Broncos are considered big underdogs in Week 9.

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Broncos’ release depth chart for game vs. Ravens

Here’s a look at the Broncos’ depth chart ahead of Sunday’s game against the Ravens.

With potential roster changes possibly on deck later this week, the Denver Broncos have released their depth chart ahead of a Week 9 showdown with the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday.

Last week, the Broncos elevated linebacker Kwon Alexander and guard/center Calvin Throckmorton from the practice squad to the game-day roster. Throckmorton has now maxed out his elevations. Alexander can still be elevated one more time, so we left him on the depth chart below.

Here’s a look at the team’s depth chart going into the Ravens game.

Broncos offensive depth chart

WR Marvin Mims Troy Franklin
LT Garett Bolles Matt Peart
LG Ben Powers Alex Palczewski
C Alex Forsyth
RG Quinn Meinerz Alex Palczewski
RT Mike McGlinchey Frank Crum
TE Adam Trautman Greg Dulcich Lucas Krull
WR Courtland Sutton Lil’Jordan Humphrey Devaughn Vele
RB Javonte Williams Jaleel McLaughlin Audric Estime
FB Michael Burton Nate Adkins
QB Bo Nix Jarrett Stidham Zach Wilson

Broncos defensive depth chart

DE Zach Allen Jordan Jackson
NT D.J. Jones Malcolm Roach
DE John Franklin-Myers Eyioma Uwazurike
SLB Jonathon Cooper Jonah Elliss
WLB Nik Bonitto / Baron Browning Dondrea Tillman
ILB Justin Strnad (Kwon Alexander)
ILB Cody Barton Levelle Bailey
LCB Pat Surtain Levi Wallace Tremon Smith
RCB Riley Moss Damarri Mathis Kris Abrams-Draine
NCB Ja’Quan McMillian
S P.J. Locke JL Skinner
S Brandon Jones Devon Key Keidron Smith

Broncos special teams depth chart

PK Wil Lutz
KO Wil Lutz
P Riley Dixon
H Riley Dixon
LS Mitchell Fraboni
KR Marvin Mims Tremon Smith Jaleel McLaughlin
PR Marvin Mims Tremon Smith

Sunday’s game will be regionally televised on CBS (view the TV broadcast map here). The Broncos are considered big underdogs in Week 9.

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Broncos PFF grades: Best, worst players from win vs. Panthers

Broncos QB Bo Nix (87.2) had a great game against the Panthers. View more grades from PFF here.

Following the Denver Broncos‘ 28-14 win over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, Pro Football Focus has released grades for each player’s Week 8 performance.

PFF grades players on a 0 (worst) to 100 (best) scale. Check out the best and worst of Week 8 below.

Best Offensive Players 

  • TE Adam Trautman: 90.0
  • QB Bo Nix: 87.2
  • G Quinn Meinerz: 80.9
  • C Alex Forsyth: 80.3
  • OT Garett Bolles: 79.4

It was a great showing for the offensive line as right tackle Mike McGlinchey (79.1) was the sixth-best player on offense. WR Courtland Sutton (72.0) was up next on offense.

Best Defensive Players 

  • DL John Franklin-Myers: 83.1
  • CB Levin Wallace: 79.2
  • DL Jordan Jackson: 74.9
  • CB Ja’Quan McMillian: 74.5
  • OLB Baron Browning: 72.1

No sacks for him, but maybe teams seeking pass-rush help will notice Browning’s performance ahead of the NFL’s trade deadline. CB Pat Surtain (70.9) was the team’s sixth-best defender.

Worst Offensive Players 

  • WR Troy Franklin: 39.5
  • OL Calvin Throckmorton: 41.4
  • TE Lucas Kull: 49.8
  • WR Marvin Mims: 51.6
  • WR Lil’Jordan Humphrey: 53.4

Perhaps the Broncos should consider trading for a wide receiver before the deadline.

Worst Defensive Players 

  • DB Tremon Smith: 39.6
  • CB Riley Moss: 41.4
  • DL Zach Allen: 47.5
  • DL Malcolm Roach: 48.8
  • DB Kevon Key: 54.0

Never mind Smith’s poor grade on defense; he’s an ace on special teams. Meanwhile, Moss and Allen posted uncharacteristically low grades.

Special Teams 

  • ST Tremon Smith: 71.5
  • LS Mitchell Fraboni: 63.9
  • R Marvin Mims: 60.5
  • K Wil Lutz: 64.5 (FG) 60.0 (KO)
  • P Riley Dixon: 62.6

You can view grades for every player on the paid version of PFF’s website.

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Broncos’ depth chart for today’s game vs. Panthers

Here’s a look at the Broncos’ depth chart for Sunday’s game against the Panthers.

After making a few changes to the 53-man roster last week, the Denver Broncos have released their updated depth chart ahead of a Week 8 showdown with the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.

Last week, the Broncos activated outside linebacker Baron Browning (foot), right tackle Mike McGlinchey (MCL) and cornerback Damarri Mathis (ankle) from injured reserve to the active roster.

Denver also cut running back Blake Watson from the active roster and later re-signed him to the practice squad last week.

This week, the team elevated linebacker Kwon Alexander and guard/center Calvin Throckmorton from the practice squad to the game-day roster.

Following those moves, here’s a look at the team’s updated depth chart going into the Panthers game.

Broncos offensive depth chart

WR Marvin Mims Troy Franklin
LT Garett Bolles Matt Peart
LG Ben Powers Alex Palczewski Calvin Throckmorton
C Alex Forsyth Calvin Throckmorton
RG Quinn Meinerz Alex Palczewski Calvin Throckmorton
RT Mike McGlinchey Frank Crum
TE Adam Trautman Greg Dulcich Lucas Krull
WR Courtland Sutton Lil’Jordan Humphrey Devaughn Vele
RB Javonte Williams Jaleel McLaughlin Audric Estime
FB Michael Burton Nate Adkins
QB Bo Nix Jarrett Stidham Zach Wilson

Broncos defensive depth chart

DE Zach Allen Jordan Jackson
NT D.J. Jones Malcolm Roach
DE John Franklin-Myers Eyioma Uwazurike
SLB Jonathon Cooper Jonah Elliss
WLB Nik Bonitto / Baron Browning Dondrea Tillman
ILB Justin Strnad Kwon Alexander
ILB Cody Barton Levelle Bailey
LCB Pat Surtain Levi Wallace Tremon Smith
RCB Riley Moss Damarri Mathis Kris Abrams-Draine
NCB Ja’Quan McMillian
S P.J. Locke JL Skinner
S Brandon Jones Devon Key Keidron Smith

Broncos special teams depth chart

PK Wil Lutz
KO Wil Lutz
P Riley Dixon
H Riley Dixon
LS Mitchell Fraboni
KR Marvin Mims Tremon Smith Jaleel McLaughlin
PR Marvin Mims Tremon Smith

Sunday’s game will be regionally televised on CBS (view the TV broadcast map). Playing at home, the Broncos are considered favorites in Week 8.

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Broncos release depth chart for Week 8 vs. Panthers

Here’s a look at the Broncos’ depth chart for Sunday’s game against the Panthers.

After making a few changes to the 53-man roster last week, the Denver Broncos have released their updated depth chart ahead of a Week 8 showdown with the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.

Last week, the Broncos activated outside linebacker Baron Browning (foot), right tackle Mike McGlinchey (MCL) and cornerback Damarri Mathis (ankle) from injured reserve to the active roster.

Denver also cut running back Blake Watson from the active roster and later re-signed him to the practice squad. Following those moves, here’s a look at the team’s updated depth chart going into the Panthers game.

Broncos offensive depth chart

WR Marvin Mims Troy Franklin
LT Garett Bolles Matt Peart
LG Ben Powers Alex Palczewski
C Alex Forsyth
RG Quinn Meinerz Alex Palczewski
RT Mike McGlinchey Frank Crum
TE Adam Trautman Greg Dulcich Lucas Krull
WR Courtland Sutton Lil’Jordan Humphrey Devaughn Vele
RB Javonte Williams Jaleel McLaughlin Audric Estime
FB Michael Burton Nate Adkins
QB Bo Nix Jarrett Stidham Zach Wilson

Broncos defensive depth chart

DE Zach Allen Jordan Jackson
NT D.J. Jones Malcolm Roach
DE John Franklin-Myers Eyioma Uwazurike
SLB Jonathon Cooper Jonah Elliss
WLB Nik Bonitto / Baron Browning Dondrea Tillman
ILB Justin Strnad Levelle Bailey
ILB Cody Barton Levelle Bailey
LCB Pat Surtain Levi Wallace Tremon Smith
RCB Riley Moss Damarri Mathis Kris Abrams-Draine
NCB Ja’Quan McMillian
S P.J. Locke JL Skinner
S Brandon Jones Devon Key Keidron Smith

Broncos special teams depth chart

PK Wil Lutz
KO Wil Lutz
P Riley Dixon
H Riley Dixon
LS Mitchell Fraboni
KR Marvin Mims Tremon Smith Jaleel McLaughlin
PR Marvin Mims Tremon Smith

Sunday’s game will be regionally televised on CBS (view the TV broadcast map). Playing at home, the Broncos are considered favorites in Week 8.

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Chris Harris gives his take on Vance Joseph’s punishing defense

“He’s always been aggressive,” Chris Harris said of Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph. “We blitzed a lot when he coached me.”

Former Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris recently appeared on the Up and Adams show after the Broncos defeated the New Orleans Saints, and he had high praise for defensive coordinator Vance Joseph’s unit.

When host Kay Adams asked Harris if he thought that Joseph had changed his philosophies or defense since Harris was with the team, Harris said, “I don’t think he’s changed, I just think he’s getting better with his playcalling. He’s got a great d-line, with Zach Allen leading the way and he’s got guys just making plays,”

The cornerback continued: “A lot of times, it’s not — the players make the coaches. And guys just make the plays, right? You can call the same defense every time and if guys don’t make the plays, it’s going to make the coach look bad. Right now, they’re making him look good they’re getting a lot of pressure, I don’t think he’s evolved, because he’s always been aggressive. We blitzed a lot when he coached me, so I see him doing the exact same thing.”

Adams also asked Harris who should be getting more love on the defensive side of the ball. “Riley Moss,” Harris said without hesitation. “I think he’s playing great. He started a little shaky, you know, but this is kind of his rookie year. He’s improving every week.”

You can watch the entire interview with Adams and Harris below.

 

The Broncos will host the Carolina Panthers in Week 8 on Oct. 27.

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Broncos PFF grades: Best, worst players from win vs. Saints

Broncos LB Cody Barton (93.2) had a huge game against the Saints on ‘Thursday Night Football.’ View more grades from PFF here.

Following the Denver Broncos‘ 33-10 win over the New Orleans Saints on Thursday Night Football, Pro Football Focus has released grades for each player’s Week 7 performance.

PFF grades players on a 0 (worst) to 100 (best) scale. Check out the best and worst of Week 6 below.

Best Offensive Players 

  • OT Garett Bolles: 83.1
  • OG Ben Powers: 79.5
  • FB Nate Adkins: 78.7
  • OT Mike McGlinchey: 75.8
  • WR Devaughn Vele: 73.4

It’s no wonder that Javonte Williams (71.8) had one of the best games of his career when the offensive line turned in those performances. Denver had its most rushing yards in a single game (225) since 2013.

Best Defensive Players 

  • LB Cody Barton: 93.2
  • CB Damarri Mathis: 89.4
  • LB Justin Strnad: 85.6
  • CB Ja’Quan McMillian: 78.4
  • OLB Nik Bonitto: 77.6

If not for D.J. Jones jumping early, Barton would have had two defensive touchdowns against the Saints. Mathis made an immediate impact after returning from injured reserve. Kwon Alexander (77.6) got the start against his former team, but Strnad played the majority of the snaps (42 vs. 21).

Worst Offensive Players 

  • WR Courtland Sutton (44.7)
  • RB Audric Estime (55.9)
  • WR Marvin Mims (57.2)
  • TE Adam Trautman (58.4)
  • C Alex Forsyth (58.7)

A strange game for Sutton, who played 56 snaps but drew zero targets. Perhaps the Broncos knew the Saints would try to take Sutton out of the game and opted to feature other WRs. Estime’s fumbles are a concern. Bo Nix (59.1) received PFF’s sixth-worst grade on offense.

Worst Defensive Players 

  • DB Keidron Smith: 29.4
  • DB Devon Key: 46.9
  • DB P.J. Locke: 52.8
  • OLB Baron Browning: 53.2
  • OLB Jonathon Cooper: 59.8

This is the third straight game that Locke has received a poor grade from PFF. Denver put in the second-string defense on the final drive of the game and Smith and Key apparently did not impress.

Special Teams 

  • ST Adam Trautman: 90.2
  • LS Mitchell Fraboni: 64.8
  • R Marvin Mims: 64.5
  • K Wil Lutz: 72.7 (FG) 48.3 (KO)
  • P Riley Dixon: 64.3

You can view grades for every player on the paid version of PFF’s website.

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NFL fans reacts to Riley Moss making plays on ‘Thursday Night Football’

Yes, the Broncos have a white cornerback. Yes, he’s good. Riley Moss turned heads on ‘Thursday Night Football’ against the Saints.

Denver Broncos second-year cornerback Riley Moss has impressed this season, and he played in a prime-time spotlight for the first time in Week 7 when the New Orleans Saints hosted the Broncos on Thursday Night Football.

Moss had been starting across from star cornerback Pat Surtain and holding his own through six games. With Surtain unavailable for Thursday’s game due to a concussion, Moss is Denver’s No. 1 cornerback this week.

Moss has been teased by fans and pundits (and even teammates) for being the NFL’s first white cornerback to start full-time since Jason Sehorn, who played for the New York Giants from 1994-2003.

Here’s a sampling of how Twitter/X reacted to Moss’ performance on Thursday:

https://twitter.com/lxrdantar/status/1847088077694816570

https://twitter.com/Hawkeye2theBrim/status/1847087698097402068

https://twitter.com/StromboliOlie/status/1847087461219893653

https://twitter.com/HunnidAcreWoods/status/1847086917051208309

https://twitter.com/bigd_o_cycler/status/1847087020369498554

https://twitter.com/chipchrome96/status/1847086762704695513

https://twitter.com/Smallball303/status/1847086484484182057

https://twitter.com/lxrdantar/status/1847086506864975938

https://twitter.com/KingJaffeJoPHer/status/1847086385141891121

https://twitter.com/chilltakes_/status/1847086371099341137

https://twitter.com/Download_This_/status/1847086449180422310

https://twitter.com/HollywoodTitan/status/1847086696287867382

Moss, 24, was picked by the Broncos in the third round of last year’s NFL draft out of Iowa. Going into TNF, he had 39 tackles, five pass breakups, one interception and one forced fumble through his first six starts in the NFL.

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Broncos depth chart for ‘Thursday Night Football’ vs. Saints

Here’s a look at the Broncos’ depth chart for Thursday’s game against the Saints.

The Denver Broncos are set to take on the New Orleans Saints on Thursday Night Football in Week 7.

Before the game, the Broncos activated outside linebacker Baron Browning (foot), right tackle Mike McGlinchey (MCL) and cornerback Damarri Mathis (ankle) from injured reserve to the active roster.

Additionally, Denver elevated linebacker Kwon Alexander and offensive lineman Calvin Throckmorton from the practice squad to the game-day roster and the team also waived running back Blake Watson.

Following those moves, here is the team’s (projected) updated depth chart:

Broncos offensive depth chart

WR Marvin Mims Troy Franklin
LT Garett Bolles Frank Crum
LG Ben Powers Alex Palczewski Calvin Throckmorton
C Alex Forsyth Calvin Throckmorton
RG Quinn Meinerz Alex Palczewski Calvin Throckmorton
RT Mike McGlinchey Matt Peart
TE Adam Trautman Greg Dulcich Lucas Krull
WR Courtland Sutton Lil’Jordan Humphrey Devaughn Vele
RB Javonte Williams Jaleel McLaughlin Audric Estime
FB Michael Burton Nate Adkins
QB Bo Nix Jarrett Stidham Zach Wilson

Broncos defensive depth chart

DE Zach Allen Jordan Jackson
NT D.J. Jones Malcolm Roach
DE John Franklin-Myers Eyioma Uwazurike
SLB Jonathon Cooper Jonah Elliss
WLB Nik Bonitto Baron Browning Dondrea Tillman
ILB Justin Strnad
ILB Cody Barton Levelle Bailey
LCB Pat Surtain Levi Wallace Tremon Smith
RCB Riley Moss Damarri Mathis Kris Abrams-Draine
NCB Ja’Quan McMillian
S P.J. Locke JL Skinner
S Brandon Jones Devon Key Keidron Smith

Broncos special teams depth chart

PK Wil Lutz
KO Wil Lutz
P Riley Dixon
H Riley Dixon
LS Mitchell Fraboni
KR Marvin Mims Tremon Smith Jaleel McLaughlin
PR Marvin Mims Tremon Smith

The Broncos’ game against the Saints will be streamed exclusively on Amazon’s Prime Video. Playing on the road, Denver is considered a slight underdog in Week 7.

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Broncos release Wednesday injury report ahead of ‘TNF’

Broncos star CB Pat Surtain (concussion) has been ruled out for Thursday’s game against the Saints.

The Denver Broncos have released their final injury report ahead of their Thursday Night Football clash with the New Orleans Saints in Week 7.

Broncos right tackle Alex Palczewski (ankle) and cornerback Pat Surtain (concussion) have both been ruled out. Right tackle Mike McGlinchey (MCL) is eligible to return from IR this week, so he might return in time to take his old spot from Palczewski.

Ja’Quan McMillian is expected to play across from Riley Moss at cornerback with Levi Wallace playing in the slot.

McGlinchey, outside linebacker Baron Browning (foot) and cornerback Damarri Mathis (ankle) are listed as questionable. They would need to be activated from IR in order to play on Thursday.

View the Broncos’ complete injury report below. Note that Denver did not practice on Monday, but the team released an estimated practice report. DNP = did not participate.

Player Injury Mon (estimate) Tue Wed (walkthrough) Game Status
CB Damarri Mathis Ankle Full Full Full Questionable
LB Justin Strnad Ribs Full Full Full
CB Ja’Quan McMillian Ankle Limited Full Full
CB Riley Moss Hip Limited Full Full
OT Alex Palczewski Ankle Limited Limited DNP Out
CB Pat Surtain Concussion DNP DNP DNP Out
OT Mike McGlinchey Knee Not listed Limited Full Questionable
OLB Baron Browning Foot Not listed Limited Full Questionable

Meanwhile, New Orleans has ruled out wide receivers Chris Olave (concussion) and Rashid Shaheed (meniscus).

The Broncos are considered underdogs against the Saints this week.

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