The move comes as a bit of a shock considering the state of Denver’s wide receiver depth chart. Hinton is subject to waivers before he could revert to the Broncos’ practice squad, meaning he could still be back with the team at some point this season.

The team also signed WR Michael Bandy. Hinton’s stay on the PUP list only lasted a few days which is good news for a player fighting for a roster spot this summer. The addition of Marvin Mims via the draft knocked him further down the depth chart. Coming off a season with 24 catches for 311 yards, Hinton may be on the outside looking in when the Broncos cut their roster down.

Hinton slipped further down the depth chart with the addition of rookie wide receiver Marvin Mims this offseason. He put up a career high 24 receptions in 2022 as the team dealt with a multitude of wide receiver injuries. Hinton will need to get healthy and show out in camp and preseason as he enters the final year of his rookie contract.

Hinton has struggled with chest and foot injuries over the past week and will miss the team's final regular season game. Expect the Broncos to play their starters throughout against LA in an effort to cleanse their palates of a horrific 2022 season.