NFL teams typically carry three running backs on the active roster, but the Denver Broncos do not have a typical backfield.

Amid a breakthrough training camp by former Oregon Ducks wide receiver Troy Franklin, the Denver Broncos traded away a fellow receiver.

7-8. ILBs Jordan Turner and Karene Reid: Turner impressed with five tackles, three quarterback hits, 1.5 sacks and one tackle behind the line of scrimmage on Saturday. One week earlier, Reid had two tackles, one interception and one pass breakup. Both should be practice squad targets if they clear waivers.

NFL teams must cut their rosters from 90 to 53 by 2 p.m. on Aug. 26. Every year, much is made about players being sure bets to get claimed by other teams, and every year the number is lower than expected — often less than one per team. Payton thinks his team will be getting poached this summer rather than doing the poaching.

Former Broncos OL Ryan Harris, now a commentator for 9News, apologized after sharing a fake Micah Parsons quote during a preseason broadcast.

The Denver Broncos made an unexpected trade, and it bodes well for rookie third-round draft pick and wide receiver Pat Bryant.