The Broncos trimmed their roster down to 76 players earlier today releasing wide receiver Samie Parker, waiving wide receiver Lorne Sam and tackle Josh Mallard. The team must cut another player go before Tuesday to meet the 75 player requirement. The DP article mentions the Broncos liked Mallard’s versatility and intensity and state they may consider bringing him back if he doesn’t sign with another team soon.

Update: Linebacker Nate Webster was just named the starting Broncos middle linebacker winning the position battle for this preseason over free agent acquisition Niko Koutovides.

Broncos linebacker Louis Green was released from the hospital and will accompany the team on its flight back to Denver. Great news for his family and Bronco fans. Source: NFL.com

850 KOA radio reports Broncos linebacker Boss Bailey who was carted off in the Houston vs Denver game has a sprained ankle. Louis Green was carted off also in the first quarter and is reported to have much more serious injuries with a concussion and neck injury.