The Denver Broncos are turning up the heat at this week's rookie minicamp, bringing in at least four veteran tryout players to shake up the competition. Kicking things off, the most experienced name on the list is quarterback Nathan Peterman. At 32, this journeyman backup has suited up for five NFL teams and is looking to prove he still has gas in the tank.

Joining Peterman on offense is wide receiver Michael Woods, a familiar face who also worked out for the Broncos last September. Standing at 6-1 and 204 pounds, the 26-year-old entered the league as a sixth-round pick out of Oklahoma with the Cleveland Browns in 2022. Woods has 12 career receptions for 110 yards, including a notable three-catch, 43-yard performance against Denver in 2024. That kind of history could give him an edge in tryouts.

On the defensive side, the Broncos are taking a hard look at defensive end Isaiah Thomas and safety Brandon Hill. Thomas, a former seventh-round pick from Oklahoma (2022), brings a 6-5, 266-pound frame and has recorded 12 tackles, two forced fumbles, and one sack in 12 career games. Hill, drafted by the Houston Texans in the seventh round of the 2023 NFL draft out of Pitt, has appeared in two regular season games and is eager to make his mark.

With rookie minicamp scheduled from May 8-10, this is a golden opportunity for these veterans to show they belong. For fans, it's a reminder that the NFL grind never stops—and that every practice snap counts, whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro.