"There are a number of guys that it's not as important for, but there are a number that it's the most important thing," Head Coach Sean Payton said. "Period."

Quarterback Sam Ehlinger speaks to the media after the Broncos' 34-6 win over the Vikings about his long touchdown pass to Justin Joly, his overall preseason performance and more.

Quarterback Jarrett Stidham speaks to the media about Denver's final preseason game, the Broncos' quarterback room and more.

Head Coach Sean Payton speaks to the media about upcoming roster decisions, things that stood out during the Broncos' preseason finale and more.

View photos of the Broncos' preseason game vs. the Minnesota Vikings by team photographers.

Watch the top plays from the Broncos' 34-6 victory over the Minnesota Vikings in their 2026 preseason finale.

Broncos quarterback Sam Ehlinger throws an 88-yard touchdown pass to tight end Justin Joly as the Broncos increase their lead against the Vikings.

Broncos quarterback Sam Ehlinger scrambles around and throws a fourth-down touchdown pass to Cody Schrader against the Minnesota Vikings.

Broncos running back Cody Schrader makes a 22-yard reception against the Minnesota Vikings.

Broncos quarterback Sam Ehlinger completes a 20-yard touchdown pass to running back Jaleel McLaughlin to cap a well-executed two-minute drill against the Minnesota Vikings.

Wide receiver Kolbe Katsis posts a 48-yard kickoff return against the Minnesota Vikings in the first half of the Broncos' final preseason game.

Broncos fullback Adam Prentice scores a 1-yard touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings, marking his second score of the preseason.

Take a look at the Broncos' pregame preparation before their 2026 preseason home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Empower Field at Mile High.

The Broncos will host the Minnesota Vikings at Empower Field at Mile High on Friday, Aug. 28, 2026, at 7 p.m. MT for their preseason finale.

Quarterback Bo Nix will likely not appear in Friday's game, but several players will aim to make their mark before the 53-man roster deadline on Sunday.

The Broncos will close the preseason in their all-white uniform combination.

Listen in as lead writer Aric DiLalla shares what we learned ahead of the Broncos' preseason game against the Vikings, including an update on quarterback Bo Nix.

If Nix does not play on Friday, he'll finish the preseason 6-of-9 for 76 yards, a touchdown and a 129.9 passer rating.