Broncos sign Thayer Thomas to the practice squad and cut Quinton Newsome as the roster moves unfold ahead of Week 1. Thomas, undrafted in 2023 from NC State, spent two seasons on Minnesota’s practice squad and has yet to record an NFL catch. He’s described as a ball-tracker with good contested catches and run-after-catch ability, offering Denver a mid-range, versatile option who could contribute in the return game if elevated.

Denver’s WR depth remains fluid after 53-man cuts, with Michael Bandy and A.T. Perry back on the practice squad and Payton reiterating that the roster isn’t settled yet. The staff is weighing fit, vision, and special-teams impact as the offense is rebuilt, and Tuesday’s workouts with a cadre of players underscored the constant adjustments before the opener.

Denver worked out Deuce Vaughn, a 23-year-old Cowboys alum, as Week 1 nears. Vaughn, at 5-6, 185 pounds, appeared in 14 games over two seasons with 40 carries for 110 yards and 10 receptions for 58 yards. His speed stands out, but his size limits his NFL ceiling. Denver could view him as a change-of-pace, gadget option and valuable special-teams asset behind a four-man backfield. Payton has praised Darren Sproles-type players, hinting Vaughn could fit that mold if he lands on the practice squad. The Broncos released Quinton Newsome during the workout and remain open to adding Vaughn to bolster depth.

Denver hosted seven players for workouts on Tuesday to bolster backfield, receiver, and tight end depth while trimming Quinton Newsome from the practice squad to open a spot. The visitor list features Tyrion Davis-Price and Deuce Vaughn at running back; Bryson Green, Samori Toure, and Thayer Thomas at wide receiver; Messiah Swinson and Cole Turner at tight end. The session underscores Denver's search for versatile depth ahead of a crowded AFC West slate and its ongoing practice-squad shuffling.

Denver Broncos finalize a 30-man roster shuffle after the initial 53-man cut, waiving 21 players, adding an injury settlement for Blake Watson, and placing Kristian Williams on a waived/injured list amid other IR moves. Michael Burton goes to season-ending IR; Drew Sanders to short-term IR; five vested veterans are released and free to sign elsewhere. Expect Wednesday waiver claims to shape a 16-player practice squad before Week 1 depth unfolds.

Among the players touched are Levelle Bailey, Audric Estime, A.T. Perry, Delarrin Turner-Yell, Garret Wallow, Sam Ehlinger, Quinton Newsome, and Garret Wallow, who headline the Broncos’ post-cut landscape as the team scavenges for depth and potential practice-squad gems to bolster the stretch run.