Day 4 of Broncos training camp: Practice tension rises with first teammate scuffle
Parker Seibold, The Gazette
A behind-the-scenes look at Broncos training camp practice Tuesday with observations and analysis from The Denver Gazette:
Play of the day
It finally happened. A (minor) fight broke out at training camp. It happened in a team period when linebacker Durell Nchami and tight end Nate Adkins needed separating after a play. One helmet popped off. Both benches cleared. The incident was ultimately sorted out quickly. But it still resonated with coach Sean Payton. He said: “I don’t want discipline fouls. We’ve all seen it.”
QB watch
The normal quarterback rotation Tuesday got tweaked. Jarrett Stidham led the first-team offense when it was Zach Wilson’s turn. Rookie Bo Nix earned starters reps Monday. But Payton would not confirm any change in QB pecking order. Stidham looked the most consistent in Tuesday’s practice.
Broncos training camp QB rotation has changed. Zach Wilson runs with the 3s in practice he’s scheduled with first team. Jarrett Stidham ran with 1s today. Bo Nix yesterday.Sean Payton: “No news to announce there. I know you’re looking for it.” pic.twitter.com/bT3k05cEwg
— Kyle Fredrickson (@kylefredrickson) July 30, 2024
Stock rising
Defensive line. They batted down three different passes in a single team period. Notable standouts up front included Zach Allen and Matt Henningsen.
Stock falling
QB Zach Wilson. Payton said only “we’ll see” when asked if Wilson is expected to resume practice reps with the first-team offense in training camp.
Attendance check
Defensive end Jonathan Franklin-Myers missed practice Tuesday because of a death in the family, Payton said.
Injury report
Linebacker Nik Bonitto missed practice Tuesday with a back issue, Payton said.
What’s next
Training camp continues with practice at 10 a.m. on Wednesday at Broncos Park.
Ticket information
Fans can reserve up to four free tickets — on a first-come, first-served basis — online at Ticketmaster.com. Several practices are completely sold out. Broncos Park seating is at the west end of the practice fields on the grassy hill with limited shade. Check the Broncos website for more information.
