The Broncos formed their first active roster for the 2019 season. But with only 52 names and a number of moves still pending, it won’t be the final 53 players they take to Oakland for their season opener Sept. 9.



At the deadline Saturday, the Broncos whittled their quarterbacks room to two, with only one of them — starter Joe Flacco — actually healthy. Veteran Kevin Hogan and undrafted quarterback Brett Rypien were both cut, with the hope of adding the latter to the practice squad if he clears waivers. Rypien was guaranteed a $136,000 salary, the equivalent of a one-year salary for a practice squad player, plus $10,000 in a signing bonus.



Elway said second-round quarterback Drew Lock (right thumb sprain) will be placed on injured reserve in the coming days, along with running back Theo Riddick (shoulder) and tight end Jake Butt (knee), expanding their openings to four slots.



“We’re exploring all of our options,” general...