The future looks bright in Denver.

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Quarterback Paxton Lynch, who was drafted by the Broncos out of Memphis in the first round of this year’s draft, has received occasional first-team reps during training camp. He’s currently listed behind Mark Sanchez and Trevor Siemian on the depth chart, but it’s probably a good sign for his development that the team has let him get some work in with the starters.

Lynch (6-7, 244 pounds) went 6-7 passing for 74 yards in Denver’s 22-0 win over the Bears in their preseason opener. He is expected to play the entire second half again against the 49ers this weekend.

Meanwhile, running back Devontae Booker, who was drafted by the team out of Utah in the fourth round of this year’s draft, has also received some occasional first-team reps.

Booker (5-11, 208 pounds) was underwhelming in his preseason debut, rushing four times for just 11 yards, but he is apparently giving Ronnie Hillman a run for the team’s No. 2 running back spot.

“Ronnie is in a battle,” coach Gary Kubiak said after practice Monday, according to a quote sheet released by the team.” He’s in a hell of a battle with Kapri [Bibbs] and Booker right now. There’s no way around that. I’m just being honest with you.”

The fact that Denver’s two young offensive rookies are already stealing first-team reps is a positive sign for the team’s future. Booker is poised to see significant playing time well before Lynch, but they could both be starting by next season.

That’s an exciting possibility for Broncos fans to look forward to.