Lucas Krull had an efficient day at the office in last week's preseason opener, his only catch going for an inexplicably wide-open eight-yard touchdown amid the Denver Broncos' 30-9 victory over the San Francisco 49ers. It's honest work being the third-string Broncos tight end — but laudable all the same to head coach Sean Payton.

Sean Payton is a noted stickler for details, even beyond the normal standards of an obsessive group like professional football coaches.

Denver Broncos rookie running back RJ Harvey had a mixed NFL debut, rushing seven times for 25 yards and adding a four-yard reception. Harvey showed flashes of what made him a second-round draft pick, but there was also at least one occasion when he bounced a run outside when there was a running lane available inside.

Some fans and media felt like RJ Harvey was too eager to bounce his carries outside in preseason Game 1, but the Denver Broncos aren't worried.

The Denver Broncos open their preseason against the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday, and head coach Sean Payton said the starters will play.

Sean Payton says he has coached six teams he believed could win a Super Bowl, and the 2025 Broncos are team No. 7.

Broncos head coach Sean Payton's doubts about Caleb Williams' potential leading up to the 2024 NFL Draft have been revealed.