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NFL · Week 8 · Updated Oct 26, 10:04 AM ET
Denver Broncos Depth Chart 2026
Starters: QB Bo Nix, RB J.K. Dobbins, WR1 Jaylen Waddle, WR2 Courtland Sutton, WR3 Troy Franklin, TE Evan Engram.
Next game: vs the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, November 1, 2026, 4:25 PM ET. The sportsbooks give the Denver Broncos 47% to win (moneyline, margin removed). Chiefs vs Broncos preview
Who is out on the Broncos depth chart
4 players listed first at a position on the injury report: Jaylen Waddle (wide receiver 1, questionable, chest), Zach Allen (left defensive end, questionable, hamstring), Pat Surtain II (left cornerback, out, ankle (sprain)), Talanoa Hufanga (strong safety, out, ankle).
Also on the report: Sam Ehlinger (out), Tyler Onyedim (out), Jordan Jackson (out), Dallen Bentley (out), Kage Casey (out), Tyler Badie (injured reserve), Jonah Elliss (injured reserve).
Full list with the injury and the status: Broncos injury report.
Broncos depth chart position by position
Broncos offense depth chart
| Position | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quarterback | Bo Nix | Jarrett Stidham | Sam Ehlinger (out) | - |
| Running Back | J.K. Dobbins | RJ Harvey | Jonah Coleman | Tyler Badie (injured reserve) |
| Fullback | Adam Prentice | - | - | - |
| Wide Receiver 1 | Jaylen Waddle (questionable) | Marvin Mims Jr. | - | - |
| Wide Receiver 2 | Courtland Sutton | Lil'Jordan Humphrey | - | - |
| Wide Receiver 3 | Troy Franklin | Pat Bryant | - | - |
| Tight End | Evan Engram | Adam Trautman | Nate Adkins | Dallen Bentley (out) |
| Left Tackle | Garett Bolles | Matt Peart | Frank Crum | - |
| Left Guard | Ben Powers | Kage Casey (out) | Nick Gargiulo | - |
| Center | Luke Wattenberg | Alex Forsyth | Michael Deiter | - |
| Right Guard | Quinn Meinerz | Kage Casey (out) | - | - |
| Right Tackle | Mike McGlinchey | Alex Palczewski | - | - |
Broncos defense depth chart
| Position | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Left Defensive End | Zach Allen (questionable) | Sai'vion Jones | Matt Henningsen | - |
| Nose Tackle | D.J. Jones | Jordan Jackson (out) | - | - |
| Right Defensive End | Eyioma Uwazurike | Malcolm Roach | Tyler Onyedim (out) | - |
| Weakside Linebacker | Jonathon Cooper | Dondrea Tillman | Jonah Elliss (injured reserve) | - |
| Left Inside Linebacker | Alex Singleton | Jordan Turner | - | - |
| Right Inside Linebacker | Justin Strnad | Karene Reid | Levelle Bailey | - |
| Strongside Linebacker | Nik Bonitto | Que Robinson | - | - |
| Left Cornerback | Pat Surtain II (out) | Jahdae Barron | - | - |
| Right Cornerback | Riley Moss | Kris Abrams-Draine | Sean Fresch | - |
| Nickel Back | Ja'Quan McMillian | Jahdae Barron | - | - |
| Strong Safety | Talanoa Hufanga (out) | Devon Key | Taylor Rapp | - |
| Free Safety | Brandon Jones | JL Skinner | Tycen Anderson | - |
Broncos special teams depth chart
| Position | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Place Kicker | Wil Lutz | - | - | - |
| Punter | Jeremy Crawshaw | - | - | - |
| Holder | Jeremy Crawshaw | - | - | - |
| Long Snapper | Mitchell Fraboni | - | - | - |
| Kick Returner | Jonah Coleman | RJ Harvey | Marvin Mims Jr. | Tyler Badie (injured reserve) |
| Punt Returner | Marvin Mims Jr. | Kris Abrams-Draine | Riley Moss | - |
Order as listed on the team's public depth chart; an injured player keeps his spot until the team moves him. Updated Oct 26, 10:04 AM ET.
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FAQ
Who is the Broncos starting quarterback?
Bo Nix is listed first at quarterback on the Denver Broncos depth chart.
Which Broncos starters are hurt?
Jaylen Waddle (wide receiver 1, questionable, chest), Zach Allen (left defensive end, questionable, hamstring), Pat Surtain II (left cornerback, out, ankle (sprain)), Talanoa Hufanga (strong safety, out, ankle).
How often is the depth chart updated?
Every day, from the team's public depth chart and the official injury report (last update Oct 26, 10:04 AM ET).
Updated Oct 26, 10:04 AM ET.
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