Broncos' Smart Roster Move: No Tender for McLaughlin

0:00On February 27th, the Denver Broncos have decided not to offer a tender to restricted free agent running back to Leo McLaughlin, a head of free agency. That move saves them from committing around $3.5 million for the right-of-first refusal on a reserve player. Instead they plan to pursue resigning him on a cheaper deal if the market doesn't heat up too much. Earlier this week, reports confirmed the team will tender cornerback Jocquon McMillian at the second round level, showing their prioritizing certain. Positions differently. For McLaughlin, his limited snaps last season, active in just eight gains behind other backs, made the full tender too pricey. Fans and analysts see this as smart roster management, given McLaughlin's solid burst when he did play, averaging over five yards per carry-on. Thirty-seven rushes for 187 yards and a touchdown. His undrafted rookie year and backup role in year two highlighted his potential, but injuries and def-char battles held him back.

1:00The Broncos value his work ethic, like showing up first and leaving last at practice, plus extra drills at home to sharpen his skills. At 25 years old, he's someone they don't want to lose entirely, especially with running back questions looming this off season. Meanwhile, other restricted free agents like Titan Nate Atkins and Lyman-Alice Pogeski likely won't get tenders either, but expect low cost. Returns there too. This sets up an intriguing free agency period as the Broncos build depth without breaking the bank. The Broncos build depth without breaking the bank. The Broncos build depth without breaking the bank. The Broncos build depth without breaking the bank. The Broncos build depth without breaking the bank. The Broncos build depth without breaking the bank. The Broncos build depth without breaking the bank. The Broncos build depth without breaking the bank. The Broncos build depth without breaking the bank.