Twitter reacts to Broncos' 53-man roster

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The Denver Broncos finally came up with a 53-man roster! As there is with anything, there were some expected notable cuts (running back Audric Estime and cornerback Damarri Mathis), and there were also some early surprises, such as Denver parting ways with do-it-all wide receiver Courtney Jackson and training camp standout Levelle Bailey.

Karene Reid was the only undrafted free agent to make the 53-man roster, making it 21 out of the last 22 years the Broncos have brought undrafted talent onto the roster. Fans waiting to see the initial squad had to wait more than an hour past the 2 p.m. deadline to learn that quarterback Sam Ehlinger was the final cut.

Here's a sampling of how fans and pundits reacted to the team's cuts on Twitter/X.

Expect Karene Reid to make the roster at LB. Told his ability on special teams was a key part of the equation. Would be 21 out of last 22 years a UDFA made the Broncos’ roster.

Team’s best-ever UDFA, Rod Smith, was just at practice last week.

— Nick Kosmider (@NickKosmider) August 26, 2025

Finally, the Broncos have a 53-man roster: https://t.co/GcXuN5hyropic.twitter.com/pdobkPlNMY

— Jon Heath (@ByJonHeath) August 26, 2025

Sean Payton doesn’t want to answer questions about specific players and the 53 until league wire is out. But likes the roster they have. Acknowledges how difficult this process always is.@guerillasports_#BroncosCountrypic.twitter.com/mKniBulBMz

— Brandon Krisztal (@BKDenverSports) August 26, 2025

Levelle Bailey, with all his snaps with the 1s, DID NOT stand out at all. No major TFLs, no sacks, no PBUs, no INTs

Whereas Karine Reid had an INT and was everywhere on the field.

— Isaiah Henderson (@BroncoGentleman) August 26, 2025

ILB Levelle Bailey was cut and now the Broncos depth has taken a major hit!

BUT could a former Vance Joseph disciple find himself back in Denver if he clears waivers @Coach_Sanford2@RajOnRadio#BroncosCountrypic.twitter.com/j8BSBgvm6V

— 92.5 FM - Denver's Altitude Sports Radio (@AltitudeSR) August 26, 2025

#Broncos have waived seventh-round rookie TE Caleb Lohner, source confirms. First @mikeklis9news

Lohner came to Denver very raw, team likely hopes he'll get through waivers and develop on practice squad.

— Luca Evans (@bylucaevans) August 26, 2025

Really didn't see Courtney Jackson getting cut. Personally, I felt like he did enough to make the 53.

Hopefully he passes through waivers and the Broncos can get him back. Showed flashes as a receiver and returner on special teams. https://t.co/MlVOL3toZV

— BroncoFanatic97 (@BroncoFanatic97) August 26, 2025

The idea of Audric Estime was always a lot different than the player. I hope he lands somewhere he can play but the fit wasn’t the best in Denver. No disrespect but he’s built like a tank and plays like a sedan.

— Robby (@Robby_NFL) August 26, 2025

Instant reaction to #Broncos roster cuts:

• The only true stunner was Levelle Bailey. Thought he did enough to earn a backup role. Apparently, Karene Reid did more.

• If I'm Denver, I'm scouring the waiver wire for potential upgrades. Would feel better with some reinforcement… pic.twitter.com/UlGHkKi0xB

— Zack Kelberman (@KelbermanNFL) August 26, 2025

Wow, another one from Denver. I was a big fan of Damarri Mathis coming out https://t.co/CO8SzuDFPT

— Thomas Martinez (@BoltsDraftTalk) August 25, 2025

#Broncos practice update: QB Sam Ehlinger wasn’t present. LB Justin Strnad also wasn’t there.

Eyioma Uwazurike + Jordan Jackson present, Devon Key + JL Skinner present. Karene Reid + Tyler Badie also there. All appear to have made 53.

— Luca Evans (@bylucaevans) August 26, 2025

The Broncos released QB Sam Ehlinger.

That was their final move. They have their initial 53-man roster. pic.twitter.com/RnDlxjeu3I

— Zac Stevens (@ZacStevensDNVR) August 26, 2025

Bronco's initial 53 man roster is set!

Who is the biggest surprise? pic.twitter.com/MPzKDsg0dq

— Karsen (@Broncos4six) August 26, 2025

Broncos are ultimate dudes because they probably know their 53-man roster. They just procrastinated and forgot to post.

— (@CameronParkerPO) August 26, 2025

The tough roster decisions for the Denver Broncos are another sign that the franchise is in good hands and headed in the right direction | The Rundown with @RichieCarnipic.twitter.com/2LuegLofdn

— Denver Sports 104.3 (@DenSports1043) August 26, 2025

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