Broncos Waive Fifth-Round Rookie Tight End Justin Joly

In a surprise move, the Denver Broncos have waived rookie tight end Justin Joly. Selected in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft, Joly was widely expected to make the 53-man roster. Insider Mike Klis noted that Joly struggled to adjust to the NFL during training camp and could benefit from a redshirt year. He will now hit the waiver wire.