Cecil Lammey is LIVE breaking down the Broncos’ first preseason game of 2026 — and Denver didn’t just win, they beat up on the Falcons in a performance loaded with encouraging signs on both sides of the ball. Jarrett Stidham played exactly how a QB2 should: calm, decisive, and in command. He kept the offense on schedule, made smart throws, and showed why he’s the best backup option behind Bo Nix. Rookie RB Jonah Coleman continues to live up to the hype. Physical runs, burst through contact, and a presence that feels bigger every week — Coleman looks ready for real work this fall. The defense? They’re going to get more turnovers in 2026, and tonight was proof. Pressure, disruption, and opportunistic playmaking all showed up — including a huge play from Jahdae Barron that flipped momentum and showcased his instincts. This was a preseason opener loaded with clues about what Denver is building. 🔥 In this episode: Stidham’s strong performance as QB2 Jonah Coleman flashing again under the lights Why the Broncos defense will generate more turnovers Jahdae Barron’s impact play More notes from a dominant preseason win Drop your Broncos take — who impressed you most, and which performance tonight changes your expectations for 2026.

Bo Nix has been ruled out of Friday’s preseason opener against the Falcons, and while some fans might feel a little disappointed, this is exactly what the Broncos expected — and exactly what they planned. Nix is coming back from ankle surgery, but he’s been fully practicing, looking sharp, and showing command of the offense. The team simply isn’t willing to risk their franchise quarterback in a preseason game that doesn’t matter. This is about protection, not concern. So how many starters won’t play Friday? Quite a few. Sean Payton is clearly prioritizing health over reps, and several key players — including Nix — will be held out to ensure they’re ready for joint practices and the regular season. 🔥 In this episode: Why Bo Nix sitting is smart, not alarming Bo Nix has looked good in camp despite the ankle recovery How many starters are expected to sit Friday Sean Payton’s preseason philosophy: protect the core What fans should watch for vs. Atlanta Drop your Broncos take — are you good with Nix sitting, or do you want to see him get preseason reps.

Bo Nix has been ruled out of Friday’s preseason opener against the Falcons, and while some fans might feel a little disappointed, this is exactly what the Broncos expected — and exactly what they planned. Nix is coming back from ankle surgery, but he’s been fully practicing, looking sharp, and showing command of the offense. The team simply isn’t willing to risk their franchise quarterback in a preseason game that doesn’t matter. This is about protection, not concern. So how many starters won’t play Friday? Quite a few. Sean Payton is clearly prioritizing health over reps, and several key players — including Nix — will be held out to ensure they’re ready for joint practices and the regular season. 🔥 In this episode: Why Bo Nix sitting is smart, not alarming Bo Nix has looked good in camp despite the ankle recovery How many starters are expected to sit Friday Sean Payton’s preseason philosophy: protect the core What fans should watch for vs. Atlanta Drop your Broncos take — are you good with Nix sitting, or do you want to see him get preseason reps.

Day 10 brought full‑speed, full‑pad energy to Broncos training camp, and Sean Payton clearly used Monday to prep his team for preseason tempo. The result: a crisp, competitive practice with standout performances on both sides of the ball — and a few players continuing their summer surge. Pat Bryant looked good again, stacking plays and proving he’s not just the WR3 — he’s one of the most consistent performers on the entire offense. His daily reliability is becoming a core part of this passing game. Rookie RB Jonah Coleman ripped off another big play, showing the burst and finishing power that keeps earning him more reps. Pads on, physical practice, and he still pops. Jaleel McLaughlin is turning heads too — sudden, slippery, and explosive. Every day he reminds the staff he deserves touches. On defense, Que Robinson created tons of pressure. His speed off the edge is becoming a real problem for tackles, and he’s stacking disruptive reps like a player pushing for a major role. And a notable development: the 2nd‑ and 3rd‑team offense looked better. Cleaner execution, better rhythm, and more confidence — exactly what Payton wants as preseason approaches. 🔥 In this episode: Pat Bryant continues his camp breakout Jonah Coleman delivers another explosive play Jaleel McLaughlin keeps turning heads Que Robinson generates relentless pressure 2nd & 3rd‑team offense showing real improvement Payton sharpening the team for preseason action Drop your Broncos take — which young playmaker is rising fastest, and who’s earning real snaps once preseason kicks off.

Full pads went on Monday, and the Broncos defense owned the day. With the offense focused heavily on the run game, there simply wasn’t much room to work — a clear win for a front seven that keeps stacking strong practices. JK Dobbins did get banged up, but Sean Payton says it’s not a serious soft‑tissue injury. Still, anytime your lead back comes up gimpy, it’s worth monitoring. The young RBs? They showed up again — in very different ways: RJ Harvey looked good in space, slipping through creases and showing the burst that makes him dangerous outside. Jonah Coleman delivered the best runs of the day, hammering inside with power and balance. Pads on, and the rookie keeps proving he’s built for this. It was a physical practice, a defensive win, and another day where the young backs flashed their identities. 🔥 In this episode: Defense dominates full‑pad practice JK Dobbins injury update — not serious RJ Harvey shines in space Jonah Coleman delivers the best runs of the day Run‑game focus leads to a tough day for the offense Drop your Broncos take — is this defense truly ascending, and how big of a role will Coleman and Harvey carve out this season.

Saturday’s team scrimmage brought real football energy — pads popping, tempo elevated, and the offense and defense battling for control. So… who came out on top? It was competitive, tight, and exactly what you want from a roster trying to climb. The young running backs stood out in different ways: RJ Harvey flashing outside with burst, angles, and space‑game juice. Jonah Coleman pounding inside with balance, toughness, and finishing power. Two backs, two styles — both winning reps. Pat Bryant is clearly the No. 3 wide receiver. Every day he stacks plays, moves the chains, and looks like a trusted option in the middle of the field. His rise is no longer a storyline — it’s a reality. And the defense? A surplus of pass rushers. Waves of pressure, multiple guys flashing, and a front that looks deeper than it has in years. When the pads come on, this group shows up. 🔥 In this episode: Offense vs. defense — who won the scrimmage RJ Harvey’s outside burst & Jonah Coleman’s inside power Pat Bryant cementing himself as the WR3 Defense showing off a deep, disruptive pass‑rush rotation More camp notes from a high‑energy Saturday Drop your Broncos take — which young RB are you buying, and is Pat Bryant becoming a legit breakout candidate.

After two straight days of the defense owning camp, the Broncos offense struck back on Friday — and it wasn’t subtle. The energy flipped, the execution tightened, and several key playmakers stepped up when it mattered. Bo Nix looked sharp at the end of practice, stacking completions and showing the rhythm that had been missing earlier in the week. When the offense needed a spark, Nix delivered. Pat Bryant continues to dominate. Physical routes, strong hands, chain‑moving consistency — he’s becoming one of the most reliable players on the field, period. Evan Engram made multiple big plays, including a touchdown that fired up the entire offense. His versatility is showing up daily. And it was good to see Courtland Sutton helping move the chains**, working the intermediate areas and giving Nix a steady veteran presence. After two defensive wins, Friday belonged to the offense — and it felt like a statement. 🔥 In this episode: Bo Nix finishes practice strong and in command Pat Bryant continues his camp takeover Evan Engram stacks big plays, including a TD Courtland Sutton helps steady the offense Offense responds after two straight defensive wins Drop your Broncos take — is this the start of the offense finding its groove, or just a one‑day surge.

The Broncos defense keeps stacking wins at training camp, and it’s officially a trend. With Riley Moss making plays every single day — breaking up passes, triggering downhill, and showing the confidence of a DB who knows it’s a contract year — the defense has now won multiple practices in a row. The question becomes: how high is Moss’ ceiling in 2026. Meanwhile, the offense is still searching for rhythm. Bo Nix bounced back a bit, showing better timing and command, but without Jaylen Waddle the passing game simply doesn’t look the same. The spacing, the explosiveness, the stress on the defense — it all changes when Waddle isn’t out there, and the offense is feeling that absence. It’s early‑camp tension at its finest: defense ahead of offense, a young QB adjusting, and a breakout DB stealing the spotlight. 🔥 In this episode: Riley Moss continues to shine in a contract year Broncos defense wins multiple days in a row Bo Nix shows signs of improvement Jaylen Waddle absence changes the offense’s identity Drop your Broncos take — is the defense truly ascending, and how much should fans worry about the offense until Waddle returns.

The Broncos defense came out swinging in Wednesday’s padded practice, and Mase & Cec break down every angle of a day where the defense flat‑out dominated. With Malcolm Roach anchoring the interior, Denver stuffed the run repeatedly, collapsing lanes and forcing the offense into long‑down situations. The defensive front controlled the tempo from the jump — and it showed. On the other side of the ball, Bo Nix and the passing game couldn’t get going. Timing was off, pressure was constant, and the offense never found rhythm. But context matters: Courtland Sutton had a rest day, and Jaylen Waddle left early with an injury, leaving Nix without his top two weapons. So… is this a real concern for the Broncos offense, or much ado about nothing given the missing firepower. Mase & Cec dig into the tape, the tempo, the personnel, and what this practice truly means for Denver’s trajectory. 🔥 In this episode: How the defense dominated padded practice from start to finish Why Malcolm Roach is transforming the run defense What Bo Nix’s rough day does — and doesn’t — mean How missing Sutton and Waddle changes the evaluation Whether the offensive struggles are a real concern or just context‑driven noise Drop your Broncos take — is the offense in trouble, or was this just a defense‑heavy day without their top weapons.

Day 4 of Broncos Training Camp brought pads, tempo, and a whole lot of debate — and on Orange & Blue Today, Cecil breaks down whether the defense actually dominated Tuesday’s practice… or if the late surge just made it feel that way. Early in team drills, the wide receivers owned the day. Jaylen Waddle made plays against Pat Surtain, showing elite separation and contested‑catch strength. Marvin Mims ripped off another long touchdown — stacking explosive plays like it’s his new routine. Troy Franklin added a deep touchdown of his own, flashing the vertical juice that made him a draft steal. And Pat Bryant kept moving the chains with physical routes and reliable hands. But the ground game… JK Dobbins and the RB group were largely shut down. Was it poor execution — or did the defense finally clamp down and control the trenches. Late in practice, the defense surged: tighter coverage, better fits, more disruption. Cecil breaks down whether that late push means the defense actually dominated the day… or if the offense still won the majority of reps. 🔥 In this episode: An update on Nik Bonitto's injury Did the defense truly dominate Day 4 — or just finish strong Waddle vs. Surtain: the heavyweight matchup delivers again Mims and Franklin stack long touchdowns in team drills Pat Bryant continues his rise as a chain‑mover Why the run game stalled — and how much credit the defense deserves If you’re riding with us through camp, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and drop your Day 4 take — did the defense really dominate.