Arizona and Denver will sit starters in Saturday's preseason clash, with a handful of exceptions possible. After a joint practice in Denver, coaches confirmed no starter reps for either side, a stance aligned with Jonathan Gannon’s approach since he arrived. Kyler Murray played in last weekend's opener but is expected to watch the remainder of the exhibition season. If no starters take the field, the finale vs Las Vegas looms as the true last chance for depth-chart moves. The 9:30 p.m. ET kickoff from Empower Field in Denver becomes a proving ground for backups and fantasy sleepers, not for the usual star-driven script.

For fantasy observers, the absence of top-line players shifts focus to depth pieces who could leap into meaningful roles if injuries or performance shuffles occur. Broncos reserve QBs, and Cardinals complementary receivers could surface as late-round targets, while the lack of top weapons lowers the floor for usual starters. This tune-up is about upside paths and roster battles, making it a valuable data point for late-season bets and dynasty rosters.