Yahoo Sports NFL on Jaleel McLaughlin
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After the Broncos drafted rookie Jonah Coleman in the 4th round, McLaughlin's roster spot was in danger. He was already inactive for a handful of games last season and only saw some playing time after veteran JK Dobbins went down with an injury.
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McLaughlin waived by Broncos after four seasons; Coleman draft pick and special teams edge cost him roster spot.
McLaughlin was waived by the Broncos on September 1, 2026, after four seasons with the team, and went unclaimed on waivers despite appearing in 41 games with 226 rushing attempts for 1,093 yards and 3 rushing touchdowns, plus 59 receptions for 263 yards and 4 touchdowns. The Broncos' selection of rookie Jonah Coleman in the 4th round diminished his roster spot; he was inactive for multiple games last season and only saw playing time after JK Dobbins' injury. Head Coach Sean Payton cited special teams performance as the deciding factor in the final roster cuts, with the Broncos keeping JK Dobbins, RJ Harvey, Jonah Coleman, and Tyler Badie on the 53-man roster.
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