There are a lot of uncertainties surrounding the defending Super Bowl champions. With much debate on who will be the Broncos starting quarterback, who will be in the mix at running back with C.J. Anderson, and many other positions, the mile high faithful are anxiously waiting to find out some of the answers.

DENVER BRONCOS 2016 PRESEASON SCHEDULE

Week 1: Aug. 11-15 at Chicago Bears

Week 2: Aug. 18-22 vs. San Francisco 49ers

Week 3: Aug. 25-28 vs. L.A. Rams

Week 4: Sept. 1 (Thu.) at Arizona Cardinals

With the NFL has releasing the 2016 preseason schedule, Broncos fans are that much closer to preseason, and getting a look at who will be contributing to the 2016 season.

The Broncos will once again be taking on the Cardinals and 49ers, a common trend over the last decade. Some of the Broncos common previous preseason opponents include the Arizona Cardinals,San Francisco 49ers, and the Seattle Seahawks.

In the last ten seasons, only in 2010, did the Broncos not play one of these opponents in preseason. Over that span the Broncos have taken on the Cardinals eight times, along with six games against both the Seahawks and 49ers.

Denver does not play and of these teams in the regular season, so it was not a surprise that the Broncos will be playing them again this August.

Preseason games do not count, but in a city that eat, sleeps and breathes football, it is still the first real step to getting back to football. Preseason gives fans the opportunity to see players that are not always in the mix in the regular season, and gives players a chance to shine.

Some of Denver’s best players from the Super Bowl run made a name for themselves in preseason. After going un-drafted, Broncos fans first got a glimpse at C.J. Anderson when he broke out before the 2013 season. Now he is the team’s “bell-cow back”.

Shaq Barrett made a name for himself over the past two preseasons, before having a breakout campaign in 2015. Who knows, who will make a name for themselves this year. Players like Mark Sanchez, Kapri Bibbs and Jordon Taylor surely will be looking to make a good impression this Aug.

Do not fear football fans, you will get some of these answers in just a few shorts months. Until then have some fun in the sun, get outdoors, and get some exercise. After all, we will all be glued to the couch this fall.