Quarterback Bo Nix also acknowledged the necessary work — both as it relates to winning a championship and his ability to push himself into the upper echelon of NFL quarterbacks.

Ahead of their preseason opener against the San Francisco 49ers, the Broncos have released their initial unofficial depth chart for the 2025 season.

Second-year wide receiver Troy Franklin keeps making plays, and Denver's coaching staff has taken notice.

Pat Surtain II headlines the unit as Madden's top-rated cornerback with a 97 overall rating, backed by elite metrics across the board.

The Broncos continued their focus on situational football as they returned to the field on Monday.

"You hear him before you see him," Head Coach Sean Payton said Thursday. "And I like that energy about him."

Another interception for Pat Surtain II. A side-arm sling for a first down for Bo Nix. A perfect end-zone jump-ball grab for Courtland Sutton.

"I think I've always had it," Allen said Saturday of his self-belief. "But last year, I was just in a really good situation, playing with some really good players. This organization really set me up for success."

The Broncos have signed one of the league's top defensive linemen to a long-term deal.

"The significance of operating with a fixed amount of time on the clock, defending it and attacking it is extremely important," Payton said of the two-minute work.

Denver waived cornerback Mario Goodrich in a corresponding move.

The Broncos expect to regain a pair of defenders at practice next week.