The Denver Broncos have promoted running back Tyler Badie from the practice squad to the 53-man roster, coach Sean Payton announced Wednesday.
Denver had room for Badie on the active roster after placing linebacker Alex Singleton on injured reserve with a season-ending torn ACL.
The Broncos now have four running backs on the 53-man roster as Badie joins Javonte Williams, Jaleel McLaughlin and rookie Blake Watson. Badie was elevated from the practice squad for each of the last two games and Watson has been inactive for all three games this season.
Badie (5-8, 197 pounds) had one carry for 16 yards in Week 2 and nine carries for 70 yards in Week 3. After impressing on his limited touches, the 24-year-old running back figures to be more involved on offense going forward.
Badie was elevated in Week 2 after the team lost rookie running back Audric Estime to an ankle injury. The earliest Estime would be eligible to return to the active roster would be in Week 6 against the Los Angeles Chargers.
