Broncos’ LG Ben Powers close to return, but Sean Payton says he’ll split reps

Ben Powers (74) of the Denver Broncos blocks Tatum Bethune (48) of the San Francisco 49ers as Bo Nix (10) drops back during the second quarter at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)The Broncos are close to getting left guard Ben Powers back on the field.

The veteran, however, will likely not jump right back into a full-time starting role.

Powers was a full participant in practice Friday after limited participation earlier in the week, putting him in line to be activated from injured reserve as soon as Saturday. He is officially listed as questionable.

Powers has missed the past two-plus months of action after tearing…