Ex-Packers Star TE Returns to the NFL at 41 — A First in the Super Bowl Era
Denver, CO — Oct. 29, 2025. The Denver Broncos have signed 41-year-old Marcedes Lewis to the practice squad, paving the way for a potential game-day elevation. If he’s activated and plays, Lewis would become the
Over nearly two decades, Lewis built his reputation on durability, elite in-line blocking, and poise in critical moments:
From a roster mechanics standpoint, a practice-squad deal gives Denver flexibility to elevate Lewis on game weeks as needed. With the tight end room thinned by injuries, a seasoned veteran can contribute immediately—fortifying the edge in the run game, enabling play-action, and anchoring red-zone packages.
Lewis also acknowledged the emotions surrounding his return. “This return is exciting—I miss those years in Green Bay, the days of running and giving everything I had, and I’ve realized I still can’t walk away from football.”
On the field, Denver can deploy Lewis as a “sixth lineman” in wide-zone concepts and deeper play-action protections, while sprinkling in flat and quick-game routes to keep drives on schedule. The role doesn’t require heavy target volume; it’s about
The Green Bay connection adds extra intrigue. Lewis was a respected locker-room pillar for the Packers, known for discipline and professional standards. The schedule even sets up a potential reunion:
As one of the last active members of the 2006 NFL Draft class, Lewis’s readiness at 41 underscores top-tier body management, tailored workload planning, and a mindset adaptable to evolving offensive philosophies.
The final lever is Denver’s week-to-week elevation decision. Should the Broncos activate him and Lewis takes the field, he’ll etch his name into history as the first 41+ tight end
Chiefs WR Star Shuts Down Speculation Amid Trade Rumors — “I Will Never Leave”
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“I will never leave,” Thornton said firmly. “I came here to compete for championships and I’ll embrace whatever role the team needs. Rumors are just rumors — I’m focused on practice, execution, and helping the Chiefs win.”
Despite a deep receiver room featuring Rashee Rice, Xavier Worthy, Hollywood Brown, and JuJu Smith-Schuster, Thornton emphasized that his value lies in field-stretching speed, vertical route prowess, and forcing defenses to honor the deep ball, which opens space for Andy Reid’s motion- and option-heavy scheme.
From a numbers standpoint, early-season stretches with larger snap counts showed his impact: on-schedule catches in key downs, enough YAC to keep drives alive, and vertical routes that demand respect from boundary defenders.
Amid trade chatter linking him to several NFC teams, Thornton’s message is inward-facing: stay, compete for snaps, elevate the offense’s ceiling. The Chiefs are said to appreciate his professionalism and are willing to tailor packages to leverage his speed and catch radius in the red zone.
As the deadline clock winds down, Thornton’s public commitment cools the noise and effectively closes the door on an exit. In Kansas City, he’s choosing the harder path: stay, win snaps with performance
