New Broncos safety Talanoa Hufanga, in a recent interview with NFL Network's Mike Garafolo and Steve Wyche on The Insiders, answered a question about what it's been like to be coached by Payton. Hufanga gave a one-word answer that summarized the experience: "Diligent."

Estime, the team's fifth-round draft pick in 2024, is returning after an underwhelming rookie season, and coach Sean Payton has hinted that he will have a larger workload in 2025. Following the departure of Javonte Williams this offseason, Estime figures to serve as the club's No. 2 RB behind Harvey.