What happened: The Denver Broncos won their first division championship in a decade and tied the Their 2026 preseason begins Aug. 14, with starters slated for about 15 snaps.

Why it matters: Denver allowed 187.2 passing yards per game, seventh fewest in the NFL, and led the league by permitting 4.8 net passing yards per attempt. A roster returning from that run should be measured by whether it advances one stage further.