The Denver Broncos are facing a challenging start to the season with an 0-2 record, increasing the likelihood of trading players and aiming for a top 5 pick in the 2025 NFL draft. Financial constraints such as large signing bonuses make it difficult to trade key players like Patrick Surtain II and Mike McGlinchey, who has been placed on short-term injured reserve due to an MCL sprain, sidelining him for at least four games. The Broncos have signed outside linebacker Andrew Farmer to the practice squad and promoted Dondrea Tillman to the active roster. Meanwhile, the Cincinnati Bengals are also dealing with injuries, notably to defensive tackles BJ Hill and Sheldon Rankins, and are considering adding a veteran defensive tackle to their roster.