# Denver Broncos preseason developments

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/denver-broncos-preseason-developments
> Updated: 2026-08-23T02:00:00.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

During the NFL preseason, the Denver Broncos have managed various roster and injury developments. Early in the preseason, head coach Sean Payton made comments regarding Atlanta Falcons fans during a game. On the roster, the team addressed a center position injury crisis caused by Michael Deiter’s season-ending quad injury by signing veteran Lecitus Smith to provide depth.

As the preseason progressed, the team received positive news regarding cornerback Riley Moss, whose rib injury was described by Payton as ‘nothing serious’. However, the Broncos faced ongoing challenges with their special teams, specifically regarding kickoff coverage and allowing significant yardage on kick returns during matchups against the Falcons and the Green Bay Packers.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-23: Denver Broncos and San Francisco 49ers face preseason developments

NFL preseason updates feature Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton dismissing Riley Moss's rib injury as ‘nothing serious’ amid special teams struggles, while the 49ers show strength in special teams and depth

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/denver-broncos-and-san-francisco-49ers-face-preseason-developments

### 2026-08-13: Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton mocks Falcons fans amid roster changes

Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton mocked Falcons fans during a preseason game, while the team signed veteran center Lecitus Smith to address injuries at the position.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/denver-broncos-coach-sean-payton-mocks-falcons-fans-amid-roster-changes

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