Adkins inactive with an ankle; TE/FB role not expected to be major in Week 1. His absence could nudge Broncos' depth at those positions and influence late-game blocking or small-BRB packages.

Nate Adkins is out with an ankle; Denver’s TE depth takes a hit, potentially shifting targets toward other tight ends or wide receivers and altering Broncos’ red-zone and seam routes.

Adkins DNP with an ankle keeps him out of Week 1; his absence could affect goal-line formations and TE/fb packages early on.

Nate Adkins, listed as a TE/FB, is recovering from ankle surgery. His status leaves Burton's void and Adkins' availability a key factor in how Denver constructs blocking and H-back plays early in the season.

Adkins sat with an ankle concern in the finale. His absence underscores Denver's focus on health and gives other tight ends and blockers a chance to show versatility. If Adkins is limited long-term, depth at TE and special-teams roles will become higher leverage considerations in the roster process.