Denver's 17-player practice squad update centers on Adam Prentice’s elevation to the 53-man roster and A.J. Woods stepping in to fill Prentice’s practice squad spot. The Broncos’ group also adds depth pieces at wide receiver (A.T. Perry, Michael Bandy, Thayer Thomas), running back Deuce Vaughn, tight ends Caleb Lohner and Patrick Murtagh, along with offensive linemen Calvin Throckmorton and Joe Michalski, plus several blockers, defenders and special-teams contributors. A new cornerback, Jon Heath, headlines the defensive shuffling.

For fantasy and betting, Perry, Vaughn and Woods stand out as players to monitor for early-season usage or injury-driven opportunities. Woods brings NFL experience and a Super Bowl ring with Philadelphia, while Vaughn’s presence adds RB depth behind the Denver depth chart. The remainder are depth pieces whose fantasy impact hinges on injuries or roster moves down the line.

Denver signed 16 players to its practice squad, bolstering depth on both sides of the ball and in special teams. Notables include Levelle Bailey, Michael Bandy, Sam Ehlinger, Caleb Lohner and A.T. Perry, each slated to develop behind the Broncos’ roster. The group also features Joe Michalski, Garret Wallow, Quinton Newsome, Adam Prentice, Jaden Robinson, Keidron Smith, Reese Taylor, Calvin Throckmorton, Jordan Turner and Delarrin Turner-Yell, plus Garret Wallow and others who could surface on game days. The move signals a flexible, development-forward strategy as the season nears.

Ehlinger’s decision to join the PS after weighing 53-man offers highlights the QB room’s value, while Perry and Bandy add upside at receiver and slot roles. Prentice stabilizes the fullback depth, and the influx of corners and linemen adds insurance for injuries. A Saints trade angle with Devaughn Vele provides an additional storyline as Denver builds a versatile, fluid squad ready for elevations during the year.

Michael Bandy, the fifth-year wide receiver for the Denver Broncos, faces an uphill battle to secure a spot on the 53-man roster. After starting his NFL career with the Los Angeles Chargers and spending time with the XFL's Houston Roughnecks, Bandy joined the Broncos in July 2023. His tenure with Denver thus far has seen minimal impact, appearing in one game with no receptions. With a depth chart filled with established receivers like Courtland Sutton and promising rookies, Bandy's prospects are slim. However, he may find a role on the practice squad, providing depth in Sean Payton's offense.

The Denver Broncos have officially signed wide receiver Michael Bandy to a reserve/future contract, as noted in the NFL transaction wire. This move comes on the heels of the team's season-ending defeat against the Buffalo Bills, during which they secured 13 other players to futures deals, including offensive linemen Nick Gargiulo, Calvin Throckmorton, and Will Sherman.

In addition to Bandy, the Broncos have also signed tight end Thomas Yassmin, wide receiver A.T. Perry, defensive lineman Matt Henningsen, and several others as they prepare for the next season. Bandy, who is 5-foot-10 and 190 pounds, has been with the Broncos primarily on the practice squad since 2023, following his previous tenures with the Los Angeles Chargers and the Houston Roughnecks in the XFL.

During the last preseason, Bandy participated in all three games, accumulating 48 receiving yards on three receptions. Although he was waived during final roster cuts in August, he was quickly re-signed to the practice squad, where he remained for the rest of the season. Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton praised the depth that players like Bandy and A.T. Perry bring to the team, emphasizing the importance of having experienced individuals to mentor younger talent.

The Denver Broncos are facing offseason challenges with nine positions needing attention, but they are projected to have approximately $63.4 million in cap space for the upcoming season.

This figure comes with conditions, as it is based on a projected salary cap of $272.5 million and the current contracts of 36 players. The Broncos will need to sign more players while adhering to the top 51 salary cap rule.

Strategies for managing their cap include signing futures contracts for practice squad players, retaining exclusive rights free agents, and re-signing their own players with expiring contracts. While their cap situation is improved, they may not be major players in free agency.