Bailey elevated from practice squad to Week 1 active depth at ILB; provides insurance with Greenlaw out, potentially boosting special-teams and nickel-linebacker roles.

Bailey is slated for a roster-elevated role, potentially stepping into the rotation behind Greenlaw and Roach. His practice squad promotion signals a notable opportunity, with Reid and Strnad likely sharing snaps until a clearer picture emerges.

Levelle Bailey from Denver’s practice squad offers a physical, disciplined presence at inside linebacker. His elevation would provide run-stopping depth and cover-down capability in sub-packages, with a potential surge in reps if injuries mount or pitch-counts require sparing Singleton.

Bailey has flashed enough this camp to push for a 53-man roster spot, but remains on the practice squad as Payton leverages talent depth. The coaching staff’s optimistic view of Bailey hints at a potential plug-and-play role if injuries strike, giving Denver a safety net.

Bailey was a late roster cut but re-signed to the Broncos’ practice squad, keeping him in Denver’s wave of developmental talent at inside linebacker behind Reid. His status preserves roster flexibility and a potential active-roster route, illustrating Denver’s depth-first approach to player development.