The Denver Broncos have officially signed 13 undrafted free agents, adding a fresh wave of talent to their roster. Among the new faces is Cal cornerback Brent Austin, who was initially overlooked in early reports but has now joined the squad. However, not everyone made the cut—Charlotte wide receiver Sean Brown failed his physical and will not be suiting up in orange and blue.
To accommodate these newcomers, the Broncos have waived veteran outside linebacker Garrett Nelson and reserve offensive tackle Marques Cox. But don't count Nelson out just yet. Reports suggest he could rejoin the 91-man roster after rookie minicamp. It's a common NFL shuffle: undrafted free agents often get cut following minicamp practices, and if that happens, Nelson might find his way back. Remember, the Broncos can carry 91 players thanks to punter Jeremy Crawshaw's International Player roster exemption.
Here's the full list of signed undrafted free agents: CB Brent Austin, LS Luke Basso, CB Ahmari Harvey, WR Kolbe Katsis, WR Dane Key, WR Joseph Manjack IV, EDGE Dasan McCullough, OT Tyler Miller, OL Gavin Ortega, S Parker Robertson, WR Cameron Ross, LB Taurean York, and one more yet to be named.
Now, let's talk about who could make some noise. A few of these undrafted gems have the potential to push for a spot on the final 53-man roster. Linebacker Taurean York stands out as a highly instinctive player—the kind who always seems to be around the ball. At 5-foot-11 and 226 pounds, his size is the main reason he went undrafted, but his talent is undeniable. If York keeps defying expectations, he could be a Week 1 surprise on the Broncos' depth chart.
Iowa State offensive tackle Tyler Miller is another name to watch. He's a massive, athletic lineman who the Broncos will look to develop. Denver has a track record of turning undrafted tackles into key reserves—just look at Alex Palczewski and Frank Crum. Miller could be the next in line to crack the 53-man roster. And don't sleep on wide receiver Kolbe Katsis, an explosive playmaker who can also return kicks. With a strong summer, he could carve out a special teams role and make the squad.
It's that time of year when dreams are made and rosters are shaped. Keep your eyes on these underdog stories—they might just become the Broncos' next big finds.