The Facts: Per the league’s transaction wire, the Broncos released Heuerman.
Diehards Line:
He had been with the team the last five seasons, and had 63 catches for 678 yards and five touchdowns. The Broncos used a fourth-rounder on Albert Okwuegbunam this year, and also signed Nick Vannett in free agency. They drafted Noah Fant in the first round last year. They still have seven tight ends on the roster.