Broncos running back Knowshon Moreno returned to practice on Tuesday for the first time since hurting his right hamstring on the first day of training camp Aug. 1.
Moreno, who is No. 1 on Denver's depth chart, pronounced himself "80-some percent" healed from the injury.
He isn't expected to play in the team's preseason finale against the Vikings on Thursday.
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Tebow Inconsistent Against Steelers
Broncos rookie quarterback Tim Tebow had an inconsistent appearance against the Steelers on Sunday night.
Tebow went 5-for-10 with 72 yards, one touchdown and an interception.
He connected with Eric Decker on a three-yard scoring strike early in the fourth quarter.
Tebow didn't rush the ball during his time on the field.
Quinn Making Progress With Broncos
Broncos quarterback Brady Quinn is getting more comfortable in the team's offense.
"Learning a new offense is like learning a new language," Quinn said.
"And a game is like your opportunity to go out and try to speak that language in its home country. You're trying to become fluent and understand everything around you. That's my goal right now, to improve every day and be as fluent in this playbook as I can be."
He went 11-of-17 for 115 yards against the Lions last weekend after a dreadful outing against the Bengals where he went 6-of-16 and had an interception returned for a touchdown.
"I wouldn't say it's harder (than expected), but being in the position I'm at at quarterback, you don't get as many reps, and you have to make most of your reps mental reps," Quinn said. "And then you have to apply it on the field. I do feel confident in the system and definitely in my abilities. It's just a matter of doing all that with this group, with this team.
"Matching some of the things we want to do out there, what we talk about in meetings, and then going out there and doing it on the field, being able to feel more and more comfortable in the system."
Broncos Release Akin Ayodele
The Broncos have released veteran linebacker Akin Ayodele.
In a related move, Denver is moving Mario Haggan to the inside linebacker spot.
Ayodele has played in all 128 possible regular season games in his eight seasons in the NFL with Dallas, Miami and Jacksonville.
Broncos Are Cautious With Tebow's Ribs
The Broncos held rookie quarterback Tim Tebow out of Saturday night's preseason game against the Lions.
Denver is playing it safe with Tebow's injured ribs.
He missed two days of practice this week after bruising his ribs on the final play of an exhibition game against Cincinnati last weekend.
Broncos To Sign Brother Of D.J. Williams
The Broncos appear close to signing former Cal linebacker Worrell Williams.
Denver worked out Williams, the younger brother of current linebacker D.J. Williams, on Thursday.
The team will have to make a roster move in order to add the younger Williams.
Broncos Sign Orton To Extension
The Broncos announced Thursday night that they had signed Kyle Orton to a contract extension.
Orton's extension is worth $9 million, bringing his two-year total to nearly $12 million, a league source told NFL Network insider Jason La Canfora. Orton is guaranteed $5.5 million.
Denver acquired Brady Quinn and Tim Tebow during the offseason.
Tebow Misses Second Consecutive Practice
Broncos rookie quarterback Tim Tebow missed practice on Thursday for the second straight day with bruised ribs.
Tebow suffered the injury in his professional debut on Sunday against the Bengals in Denver's first preseason game.
He practiced on Tuesday, but has been sidelined ever since.
Quinn Brushes Off Competition From Tebow
The Broncos brought in quarterback Brady Quinn to challenge Kyle Orton for the starting job. Instead, he may be in competition with rookie Tim Tebow for the backup job.
Quinn looked confused at times in coach Josh McDaniels' complicated system during the preseason opener Sunday night at Cincinnati.
"Obviously, I could've done some things better here and there," Quinn said. "But that's why we come out here to practice, that's why we're working on it. ... Things are never always as bad as they look and never as good as they look on film."
Orton looked comfortable in the system he played in last season and Tebow looked to have a better grasp of the system as well.
Tebow Runs For TD In NFL Debut
Broncos rookie quarterback Tim Tebow ran for a touchdown against the Bengals on Sunday in his NFL debut.
Denver defeated Cincinnati 33-24 in Ohio.
Tebow went 8 of 13 for 105 yards in the second half, with most of the completions and yards coming on dump-offs.
He is competing with Brady Quinn to be Kyle Orton's backup.
Westbrook To Decide By Monday
Will Brian Westbrook land with the Broncos, Rams, Redskins or a mystery team?
Tebow Shaves Off Infamous Monk Haircut
Tim Tebow reported to practice on Tuesday with a shaved head.
Fargas Will Join Injury-Depleted Broncos
Justin Fargas reportedly passed a physical on Tuesday night.
Broncos Cancel Practice Due To Injuries
Denver has suffered more than a dozen injuries.
Vets Give Tebow New Haircut
Rookie QB Tim Tebow got a taste of NFL hazing on Saturday night.
Dumervil To Miss Four Months With Torn Pectoral
Elvis Dumervil signed a $58.332 million extension last month that includes $43.168 million in guarantees.
Broncos Add LenDale White To Backfield
The Broncos have signed LenDale White to strengthen their injured backfield.
Betts To Visit Broncos, Saints This Week
Denver may need a running back due to injuries.
Denver's Moreno, Buckhalter Hurt On Day One
Knowshon Moreno is expected to miss a few weeks of action.