Burton is the incumbent Denver fullback, nursing a hamstring issue as Prentice joins. Burton’s health and role will shape how Prentice is used and how Denver structures its backfield in preseason and beyond, with Burton serving as the main blocker if healthy.

Burton is sidelined with a hamstring injury, thinning Denver’s fullback depth just as Prentice arrives. His absence reinforces the Broncos’ need for reliable blocking and special-teams contributions in the early part of the season.

Burton serves as the Broncos’ primary fullback, but a hamstring injury could sideline him into the regular season. His absence opens a door for Prentice to handle lead-blocking duties and spread responsibilities in Week 1 if the injury lingers, altering short-yardage and red-zone dynamics.

Burton inactive, leaving Denver with depth questions at fullback and potential reliance on extra TE/H-back looks in practice and future games.

Michael Burton has previously served as the team’s fullback, but with Nate Adkins emerging as a viable alternative, his place on the roster is now under scrutiny. Despite his prior contributions, the team may opt for Adkins' flexibility and potential upside.