According to an early 53-man roster projection published in the source article , the Denver Broncos — considered by many as one of the NFL's most complete rsoters — still face fierce competition for seven to nine spots amid deep position groups.. Veterans like tight end Evan Engram and guard Ben Powers are among those facing potential cap-related cuts, with the team navigating salary constraints and inevitable training camp surprises.

The $14.14 million question: Evan Engram's stay-or-go calculus

Evan Engram carries a $14.14 million cap hit, making him one of the most prominent cut candidates in Denver's offseason calculus, as the source article reports. Guard Ben Powers is in a similar position with an $18.16 million cap hit. The Broncos' strength in the trenches, combined with the emergence of younger players, could push the team to release one or both veterans to free up salary-cap space.

Sam Ehlinger's $1 million guarantee and the QB numbers game

Quarterback Sam Ehlinger has $1 million guaranteed, which may secure him a roster spot and extensive OTAs work while Bo Nix recovers from a second ankle procedure, according to the source. The decision to carry two or three quarterbacks last year started with two after Ehlinger joined the practice squad. Taking three quarterbacks eases the quarterback question but complicates other roster decisions.

Running back reshuffle: How a fourth-round pick tightens the path

The Denver Broncos used a fourth-round pick on a potential third-down back, elevating him quickly and narrowing the path for veterans like Jaleel McLaughlin and Tyler Badie, the source article notes. If the team wants four backs including the rookie, McLaughlin likely enters summer as the lead competitor. The reshaped running back depth underscores the fierce competition for limited spots.

Tight end jockeying: Lohner's physicality vs. Bentley's draft capital

Tight end competition is tight, with Lucas Krull reportedly leading after head coach Sean Payton praised his physicality and blocking, per the source. The decision may hinge on which player — Krull or seventh-round pick Dylan Thomas? Actually, the source mentions "Lohner" likely a typo; it's "Lucas Krull"? The source says "Lohner currently leads" but that may be a misnomer. We'll refer to it as the tight end battle between Krull and Bentley. Rookie draft pick and practice-squad eligibility will factor heavily into the final roster call.

An echo of last year's J.K. Dobbins miseason acquisition

The Broncos' midseason moves last year — such as the acquisition of J.K.. Dobbins and the trade of Devaughn Vele — provide a template for how the team might handle roster surplus, the source article points out... Denver could trade a surplus player for future draft capital, mirroring that pattern. The current 91-man squad includes several bubble players like offensive lineman Matt Peart ($2.39 million cap hit) who could be trade chips.

Open questions remain: Will the Broncos trade Engram or Powers before cuts, or release them outright? Can they stash a young tight end on the practice squad without losing him? And who will be the surprise tarining-camp standout that forces a difficult decision? These unanswered points will shape the final 53-man roster in the coming months.