Broncos announce inactivity for Week 1 game against Seahawks

LOS ANGELES — The Broncos have announced their list of inactive players for their Week 1 game against the Seahawks.

The following players are not active for Denver: quarterback Zach Wilson (emergency third quarterback), wide receiver Troy Franklin, running back Blake Watson, cornerback Kris Abrams-Draine, tackle Frank Crum, tight end Lucas Krull and defensive lineman Eyioma Uwazurike.

NFL rules allow teams to select a quarterback from their active roster as an emergency third quarterback. Wilson will start the game but will only be eligible to play if quarterbacks Bo Nix and Jarrett Stidham suffer injuries.

Four of the Broncos' six rookie draft picks from their 53-man roster are active for Sunday's game, as Nix, outside linebacker Jonah Elliss, running back Audric Estime and wide receiver Devaughn Vele are all active in Week 1 of their rookie careers.

Denver had previously signed fullback Mike Burton and wide receiver Lil'Jordan Humphrey from the practice squad and both players are active for the game.

The Broncos have not ruled out any players for the game due to injury.