Adkins suffered an ankle injury and landed on IR, prompting Denver to explore tight end/FB waiver options and adjust blocking schemes as they finalize the roster.

Nate Adkins, a converted tight end recovering from ankle surgery, rounds out Denver’s blocking depth behind Burton and Prentice. His athletic versatility could keep him in the mix for blocker-focused packages and practice squad consideration as camp unfolds.

Adkins was highlighted as TE/FB hybrid who recently underwent an ankle sprain procedure. His status contributes to the Broncos’ need for blocking versatility at fullback while Prentice arrives to reinforce the position. Adkins’ health will influence whether Prentice or Prieskorn handles hybrid duties early.

Adkins suffers an ankle injury, further thinning the Broncos’ interior depth ahead of Week 1. His setback compounds the need for Prentice and other blockers, impacting roster decisions and early-season depth chart stability.

Nate Adkins is sidelined after an ankle procedure, leaving Denver with fewer fullback-hybrid options as Week 1 looms. His absence tightens the path for Prentice to secure a roster spot, especially in run-heavy alignments and early-down blocking schemes.