Broncos, Saints Adjust Wide Receiver Rosters Ahead Preseason

The Denver Broncos, under coach Sean Payton, are navigating a competitive and evolving wide receiver room as they prepare for the 2025 NFL season. They have retained key receivers such as Courtland Sutton, Marvin Mims, Troy Franklin, and Pat Bryant, while also managing the development and recovery of Devaughn Vele, who was recently traded to the New Orleans Saints. Payton has highlighted the challenges of roster cuts, emphasizing the depth at the wide receiver position and the difficulty in limiting the roster to six receivers, which may leave talented players like Courtney Jackson and others at risk of being cut. Additionally, Payton is addressing the need for a fullback due to injuries and roster changes, signing Adam Prentice, a blocking specialist and former Saint, to maintain competition and fill gaps in the Broncos' offense. Meanwhile, the Buffalo Bills' coach Sean McDermott has confirmed a settled top three wide receivers but an open competition for the remaining spots, illustrating the broader league-wide focus on receiver depth. Overall, the Broncos appear to be investing in both veteran presence and rookie potential to strengthen their offense under Payton's leadership.