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Day 7 News and Notes from Broncos Camp
CENTENNIAL, CO - AUGUST 7: Quarterback Bo Nix (10) of the Denver Broncos throws during practice on Friday, August. 7, 2026, at Broncos Park in Centennial, Colo.(Photo by Timothy Hurst/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post via Getty Images) | Denver Post via Getty ImagesDay 7 of Broncos Camp is complete, and they were back in the pads. Unfortunately, the injury bug struck again, this time getting three players, including wide receiver/returner Marvin Mims. Sean Payton left practice early so he could attend Drew Breess Hall of Fame ceremony, so we did not receive any updates on these injuries. On a positive note, Bo Nix led the offense to a touchdown in the final two-minute drill to end practice; the Broncos run game was working today, including big runs from rookie Jonah Coleman, and we had some positive injury news, including Nik Bonitto returning to practice and Courtland Sutton putting in a full practice. Reps on reps pic.twitter.com/cAzIJ52p5S Denver Broncos (@Broncos) August 7, 2026On top of that, we have news and notes, more injury updates, tweets from camp, quotes, and more!Bo Nix leads offense to a touchdown during a two-minute drill to end practiceTo end practice, usually the team has a move-the-ball situational period, and today was no different. The scenario was 1:21 left in the game, the offense is down 20-24, and the ball is on their own 39-yard line, and they do not have timeouts. They need a touchdown to win the game. This is a pretty tough scenario for most quarterbacks, but it is where Bo Nix shines, and he would lead yet another late 4th-quarter comeback to get the win for the Broncos offense.Practice ended with a situation period:1:21 left in the game. Offense down 20-24, ball on own 39. No timeouts.Bo Nix moves the offense down the field with big passes to LilJordan Humphrey, Courtland Sutton and then a TOUCHDOWN pass to Evan Engram to win the game.GREAT Zac Stevens (@ZacStevens) August 7, 2026The first play of the drive did not go well. Cornerback Riley Moss, who is having a fantastic camp, had yet another PBU to negate a potential big play. However, Nix would bounce back with big passes to LilJordan Humphrey and Courtland Sutton before finding Evan Engram wide open for a touchdown with a few seconds left on the clock.Broncos walk it off, and the offense gets a big win to end practice. Nix did this without Jaylen Waddle and Marvin Mims being out there, as well as Bolles (vet day) and Wattenberg, but it should be noted that Malcolm Roach, DJ Jones, Brandon Jones, and Alex Singleton all were given vet rest days. Both sides were down some key players, but a win is a winBroncos run game was working todayIt has been rough sledding for the Broncos run game thus far, but today they finally broke through, and all three of their main backs had good gains on the ground. The two main winners of the day, however, were starter JK Dobbins and rookie Jonah Coleman, who, according to some reports, had the best run of camp thus far. Couple of big runs for JK Dobbins with the 1s and now Jonah Coleman with the 2s. One could argue they are the biggest runs of camp so far Ryan Edwards (@redwardsradio) August 7, 2026It should be noted that Malcolm Roach, DJ Jones, and Alex Singleton, the middle of the Broncos run defense, all received vet days today. So, their absences likely impacted this, but still, it was great to see the Broncos run game get going a little bit today. The most noteworthy thing I am taking away from this is Jonah Coleman looking good. Head Coach Sean Payton singled Coleman out as the pleasant surprise of camp thus far, so its good to see hes making a positive impression. We wont see Colemans biggest impact until the preseason when the run game can actually be unleashed and tested. Until then, we wont learn too much about the Broncos run game.More injuries including WR Marvin Mims Jr.Unfortunately, the injury bug bit and bit hard today. It all started early in practice when defensive lineman Matt Henningsen went down during a drill, in what ended up being a dreaded non-contact drill. He was clearly in pain and was carted off the field. It looked bad, and unfortunately for Henningsen, it ended up being bad.9NEWS Denvers Mike Klis is reporting that Matt Henningsen suffered a torn Achilles, one year to the date of him suffering the same injury last year. He rehabbed and got back into football shape and was having a good camp, according to reports, just to suffer the same season-ending injury exactly one year later. Tough break for Henningsen and the Broncos.Devastating news: #Broncos DL Matt Henningsen suffered a torn Achilles today per source. It occurred one year after he tore his other Achilles during joint practice with 49ers in Santa Clara.All that rehab. All that work to come back. And Henningsen was having a good camp. MikeKlis9NEWS (@mikeklis9news) August 7, 2026Then, later in the practice, Marvin Mims was flying down the field about to make a big play when he pulled up and immediately walked off the field. He was visibly upset and was talking to a trainer. He would end up walking to the locker room with the trainer. We have had no updates and can only speculate on it being a likely soft-tissue lower-body injury, but the exact location and severity are unknown at this time. While Marvin was walking off the field, tight end/fullback Nate Adkins would end up following him. How he was hurt wasnt seen by the media, and the details surrounding it are unknown at this point in time, but both of these will be something to monitor moving forward.Head Coach Sean Payton will be away from the team until Sunday, so well hear from DC Vance Joseph tomorrow, who will hopefully provide some updates. The Broncos will likely need to address the defensive line and wide receiver positions in the coming days. Henningsen is done for the year, and now they will be down Waddle and Mims for at least a few practices while Courtland Sutton is being held back due to load management. As for some good injury news, Nik Bonitto was back. Jaylen Waddle was present and wasnt limping as badly as yesterday. Sean Payton said he should be back in 5 to 6 days, so he dodged a bullet there. Courtland Sutton wasnt injured, but the veteran returned to practice and participated fully after sitting out two days and being limited yesterdayInjury ReportOL Nick Gargiulo remained on the PUP and did not practice todayLB Jordan Turner remained on the NFI and did not practice todayStarting center Luke Wattenberg was present but not in pads and did not practiceVeteran wide receiver Courtland was present and in full pads He participated fully todayStar wide receiver Jaylen Waddle was present but did not practice and is dealing with what seems like a minor strain On Thursday, HC Sean Payton told reporters Waddle could be back in 4 or 5 days Star pass rusher Nik Bonitto was in full pads and will practice today WR/KR Marvin Mims Jr. is participating after being seen with a trainer at the end of yesterdays practice CB Jaden Robinson continued to miss practice but was present CB Sam Fresch Jr. did not practice today but was presentUDFA edge rusher Dasan McCullough continued to miss practice, but was presentTE Caleb Lohner missed another practice and was absent from the practice field DL Matt Henningsen left the field on a cart unfortunately, he suffered a torn achilles and is done for the yearWR Marvin Mims pulled up on a route and was in obvious pain he left the field with a trainerTE Nate Adkins also left the field with a trainer News and NotesBroncos were back in full pads todayBroncos will have a controlled scrimmage tomorrowLT Garett Bolles, NT DJ Jones and DL Malcolm Roach all went to the locker room after the stretch period and are receiving veteran rest days LB Alex Singleton and S Brandon Jones also are getting a vet dayBroncos worked out Kyrese Rowan, who spent time with the team last season as an undrafted free agent, according to 9NEWS Denvers Mike Klis sourceKlis is also reporting that the Broncos worked out undrafted rookie WRs Ben Patterson, Kyre Duplessis and Devin VoisinHC Sean Payton left practice early to attend QB Drew Brees HOF ceremony tonight DC Vance Joseph is running practice today and tomorrow while Payton and others are absent LB Levelle Bailey and S Devon Key got long looks on defense todayRookie LB Red Murdock had a good practice today forced a fumble during 7-on-7s, had a TFL and stood outCB Jahdae Barron put together another good practiceRookie OL Kage Casey dominated during the one-on-one drillsAccording to 9NEWS Denvers Mike Klis, the Denver Broncos are signing undrafted rookie WR Kyre Duplessis SourceAccording to reports, the team has waived CB Jaden Robinson with an injury designation SourceTweets from CampMatt Henningsen left the field on a cart Zac Stevens (@ZacStevens) August 7, 2026Bo Nixs first pass was a dart to Marvin Mims on a slant who had TONS of speed over the middle of the field. Zac Stevens (@ZacStevens) August 7, 2026Good run from Jonah Coleman up the middle. He made a nice cut and picked up steam. JL Skinner gave him a big hit that took him to the ground. Zac Stevens (@ZacStevens) August 7, 2026Couple of big runs for JK Dobbins with the 1s and now Jonah Coleman with the 2s. One could argue they are the biggest runs of camp so far Ryan Edwards (@redwardsradio) August 7, 2026Nice lead block from rookie TE Justin Joly to help Marvin Mims make some hay outside Cody Roark (@CodyRoarkNFL) August 7, 2026Most run-heavy #Broncos team period of camp thus far. Jaleel McLaughlin caught my eye. Jonah Coleman also nice vision up the middle. Nice end-around design for Marvin Mims but Hakeem Butler whiffed on a block. Luca Evans (@bylucaevans) August 7, 2026Courtland Sutton is participating in 7on7.Hes really ramping up today. Zac Stevens (@ZacStevens) August 7, 2026#Broncos rookie RB Jonah Coleman just had the best run of any RB in pads so far this camp. Cody Roark (@CodyRoarkNFL) August 7, 2026Red Murdock just punched out a fumble on fellow rookie TE Justin Joly in 7-on-7 Cody Roark (@CodyRoarkNFL) August 7, 2026#Broncos OLB Jonah Elliss putting Alex Palczewski through the ringer in 1-on-1s today. Conversely, rookie guard Kage Casey with a terrific individual period clamped Tyler Onyedim on a couple reps and Saivion Jones on another. Que Robinson also a nice speed-rush on Matt Peart Luca Evans (@bylucaevans) August 7, 2026Red Murdock balling today. Forced a fumble earlier and just hit Cody Schrader in the backfield as soon as he touched the ball. Luca Evans (@bylucaevans) August 7, 2026Marvin Mims just pulled up gingerly on a deep-ball from Bo Nix and tossed his helmet. In obvious pain Luca Evans (@bylucaevans) August 7, 2026Marvin Mims just got up and sat back down. Clapping his hands in clear frustration. Picked up his helmet and put it down. Luca Evans (@bylucaevans) August 7, 2026Riley Mosss run of camp PBUs continues. Great play to break on a quick-hitter from Bo Nix to Courtland Sutton and knock it away Luca Evans (@bylucaevans) August 7, 2026After iffy day, Bo Nix cruised in two-min drill here. Dots to LilJordan Humphrey on an out, Courtland Sutton on an in-breaker back-to-back. Finished it off with a TD to a wide-open Evan EngramAs pretty a drive as hes led all camp. Luca Evans (@bylucaevans) August 7, 2026Practice ended with a situation period:1:21 left in the game. Offense down 20-24, ball on own 39. No timeouts.Bo Nix moves the offense down the field with big passes to LilJordan Humphrey, Courtland Sutton and then a TOUCHDOWN pass to Evan Engram to win the game.GREAT Zac Stevens (@ZacStevens) August 7, 2026#Broncos Day 7 camp more notes:-Looked like vet days for Malcolm Roach, DJ Jones, Garett Bolles, Brandon Jones, Alex Singleton-Levelle Bailey, Devon Key got long looks-Bo Nix indecisive early, surgical in two-min drill-Red Murdock -Run game Luca Evans (@bylucaevans) August 7, 2026-Kage Casey was a monster in 1-on-1s-Rookie UDFA WRs made plays: Dane Key, Kolbe Katsis, Cam Ross-Troy Franklin missed deep ball from Jarrett Stidham-Jahdae Barron again good in coverage today-Jonah Coleman impressive between tackles-Johnny Walker some great pass-rush reps Luca Evans (@bylucaevans) August 7, 2026#Broncos training camp Day 7 thoughts:-Henningsen carted off during drills-Mims & Adkins leave early-Sutton/Bonitto back-Best day of camp running the ball, Harvey & Coleman highlight runs-1st team OFF TD to Engram during Move the Ball-Murdoch FF in 7s-York is everywhere Ryan Edwards (@redwardsradio) August 7, 2026Pat Bryant couldn't help but smile when asked about OC Davis Webb pic.twitter.com/YK1zX1PxHd DNVR Broncos (@DNVR_Broncos) August 7, 2026QuotesWR Pat Bryant on the wide receiver rooms continuity and competitive environmentIts healthy competition is what we like to call it. At the end of the day, everybodys job is on the line, but to come out here and compete, push each other, make sure everybodys doing their job, helping each other out when its needed. At the end of the day, we all have the same goal: lets go out there and win.WR Pat Bryant on how his run-after-catch ability has developed over timeHonestly, my main focus is when the ball is in the air, its mine. The easiest way to stop [defensive backs] from having PBUs is to be able to go up there and attack the ball, cut down the flight time a little bit. Honestly, just having trust in my hands. When you trust your hands, you can run across the middle full speed, tuck the ball, to get that Y.A.C. [yards after catch].WR Pat Bryant on entering his second season in the offenseYes, just going into Year 2 in the offense, I feel like I kind of understand things a little bit differently. Then just my ability last year, I played just about every position, so it kind of helped me going into this year. Whenever a guys tired during camp, Ill go out there and take a rep because at the end of the day, I know my job being Year 2 in this offense.CB JaQuan McMillian on his relationship with Defensive Coordinator Vance JoesphHes meant a lot to me. Just coming in, him coming in. I obviously had a different [defensive coordinator] the first year I was on practice squad, and he came in, I end up making the team. Then just the patience that he had with me learning the defense, knowing that it was a new position for me really. Just the way he goes about his day, the team, the aggression, he liked to play with the aggressive style. Thats how I like to play, aggressive and physicality. I love VJ (Defensive Coordinator Vance Joesph), and our relationship has grown over the years and hope it still continues to grow.CB JaQuan McMillian on what he enjoys most about playing NickelI think just the communication wise, just being that leader on the field, or getting everybody in position, getting the calls to the to the back end of defense, the linebackers, I think its a fun thing. There are a lot of plays you can make in there, blitzing the quarterback, making tackles in the run game, covering, making plays on the balls in every which way. Just being a leader to the guys and being a controller of the back end.LB Justin Strnad on the progression of rookies ILB Taurean York and LB Red MurdockI think theyre just making leaps and strides every day, you know what I mean? [LB] Red [Murdock] had a great turnover today that he forced, [ILB Taurean] York has been consistently getting better each and every day. I think when youre talking about young guys that just got here, I think its important to see them grow on a day-to-day basis, take the coaching points, and stuff that we go over tonight in the meetings and imply them out here the next day.On his chemistry with ILB Alex SingletonIts almost like I cant really explain it, when you play with somebody for a while, and also me and him have been friends for a long time, that you kind of just know and feel each other. There are times on the field that he might be winded and gassed, and I might help him out with something. I might be hurting something and he helps me. Its just, when you have experiences like that over time, you start to build this bond together thats unbreakable, and you want to go to war with people like that. So I love being able to play with him each and every day. We have that bond, and were looking to build on it this year.
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