The Facts: When new Broncos HC Vic Fangio conducts organized team activities this spring, Butt wants to be on the field following completion of his third ACL rehabilitation. "I'll be here all offseason rehabbing and at the very least I'll be fully healthy for (training) camp," Butt said. "I'm progressing and I have goals - I want to at least be doing something during OTAs. I feel really good."

Diehards Line: Butt had eight catches for 85 yards in the first three games of the 2018 season, but tore his left ACL for the first time in practice on Sept. 27. "Literally a bad step," he said. "I remember the ground giving way just slightly enough that it angled my knee. I heard it happen and I knew right away. … I really worked hard to get back out there and I was pleased with how I was playing and progressing. You understand it's part of the game, but it was tough." Butt tore his right ACL twice in college. After his latest injury, surgeons shaved part of Butt's left hamstring, tied it in a bundle and used it as his new ACL. He said rehabilitation is going smoother than two years ago. ... Meanwhile, TE Jeff Heuerman is a free agent and if he departs, Butt should be in line for a starting spot in 2019, if he continues to progress this winter.