Eight members of the Denver Broncos’ 53-man roster did not play in the team’s Week 2 showdown with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday.
Broncos quarterback Zach Wilson, wide receiver Devaughn Vele, running back Blake Watson, cornerback Kris Abrams-Draine, offensive tackle Frank Crum, tight end Lucas Krull and defensive lineman Eyioma Uwazurike were inactive for Sunday’s game.
Vele was sidelined due to injury, the six other inactive players were healthy scratches. Despite being inactive, Wilson still dressed as the team’s emergency third-string quarterback. Bo Nix played every snap on offense, so primary backup Jarrett Stidham did not play, giving Denver eight total players who did not see the field against the Steelers.
Watson was inactive for the second straight week despite Audric Estime going on injured reserve with an ankle injury. The Broncos elevated Tyler Badie from the practice squad to serve as RB3 against Pittsburgh. Badie had one carry for 16 yards and one catch for two yards on Sunday.
