Linebacker Dre Greenlaw of the Denver Broncos is currently sidelined from participating in the team’s voluntary OTAs as he continues to recover from a quad injury. Though not actively taking part in on-field drills, Greenlaw is present at the Broncos’ team facility, maintaining his connection with teammates and staying involved in team activities during his rehabilitation process.

Broncos Coaching Staff Comments on Player Roles and Development

Broncos head coach Sean Payton has designated Drew Sanders as an inside linebacker as part of the team’s defensive structure. Payton also reflected on the growth of wide receiver Marvin Mims, highlighting that players like Troy Franklin are expected to make similar leaps in performance going forward. Despite defensive end John Franklin-Myers missing some offseason sessions, Payton expressed confidence in his positive progress so far this year and placed less emphasis on his attendance.

Chargers’ Rookie Tarheeb Still Builds on a Promising First Year

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Tarheeb Still has emerged as a key defensive player after an impressive rookie season in 2024, where he secured a starting role and intercepted four passes, including a touchdown return. This offseason, Still has been working closely with veteran outside linebacker Khalil Mack, who has been mentoring him through additional Friday training sessions. This guidance has been instrumental in helping Still improve both on and off the field.

“It’s a training session, but I’m also getting to ask him about life, ask him about football, things he’s learned, any gain he can really give me,”

Still shared, emphasizing the value of his conversations with Mack about various aspects of the game. —Tarheeb Still, Cornerback

“Khalil just showed me how to be intentional every day and taking advantage. Small incremental gains every day to get to where I want to be, to set myself up later.”

—Tarheeb Still, Cornerback

Chargers defensive backs coach Steve Clinkscale also praised Still’s rapid maturation and heightened understanding of the game during his second year. Still acknowledged his own growth, especially in film study, which is helping him anticipate plays more effectively and improve his positioning on the field.

“Tarheeb has done a great job of maturing,”

Clinkscale remarked.

“Overnight it just seems like he’s a different person and he’s doing a great job.”

“I feel like I’ve grown a lot, especially film-wise,”

Still noted.

“Being able to watch the film from last year, seeing what I did wrong, knowing where I have to improve at and also being able to take that next jump. Really just understanding where to be, when to be there, it’s really starting to make a lot more sense.”

Raiders Focus on Developing Defensive Talent with Rookie Darien Porter

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Pete Carroll continues to emphasize adding tall defensive backs to the roster, with third-round rookie Darien Porter showing significant progress throughout OTAs. According to Raiders defensive backs coach Marcus Robertson, Porter’s physical attributes such as length and speed combine with his rapid adaptation to a new defensive role after transitioning from wide receiver late in his college career.

“I love the pick. I love the guy,”

Robertson said.

“He’s got a lot of physical gifts. He’s got the length, the speed. He is taking, to me, big leaps from one week to the next as far as the coaching and the training. Simply because of the fact that he just moved over basically from being a wide receiver to the defensive side of the ball late in his career in college. And he is making tremendous jumps in my opinion. He’s got a chance to be really good.”

—Marcus Robertson, Raiders Defensive Backs Coach

Ongoing NFL Offseason Activity Signals Growth and Recovery for Players

The NFL offseason continues to be a crucial period for player development, recovery, and evaluation. For Dre Greenlaw, maintaining presence within the Broncos’ environment during his rehab reinforces his commitment to returning stronger. Meanwhile, young players like Tarheeb Still and Darien Porter are building on their rookie seasons with guidance from veteran teammates and coaches. The optimistic outlook from teams such as the Broncos, Chargers, and Raiders underscores their belief in future improvements and the dedication required to succeed in the upcoming season.