Melton was released by the Broncos on Friday, Mike Klis of 104.3 The Fan reports.

EDGE Analysis

Melton injured his knee in the first half of Thursday's preseason finale against the Cardinals, but was able to return to the contest in the second half. He figured to be a long shot to make the final roster, as he was fourth on the depth chart for the right defensive end position.

Melton briefly left Thursday's game with a knee injury, but he was able to return in the second half.

EDGE Analysis

There was a scary moment towards the end of the first half that resulted in Melton getting carted back to the locker room, but after getting treatment at halftime, he got back on the field for the first series of the third quarter. Melton projects as a depth option on the right side of the line for Denver this season.

Melton agreed to a contract with the Broncos on Sunday, Adam Schefter of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Melton is coming off a 2015 campaign with the Buccaneers, where he posted 30 tackles, two sacks and a forced fumble over sixteen games. He'll join the Broncos and should add some much-needed depth on a defensive line that has suffered through multiple injuries throughout the start of training camp and into the preseason.

Melton (knee) signed a one-year deal with Tampa Bay on Thursday, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports. Melton played for Bucs' coach Lovie Smith back when they were both with the Bears, recording 13 total sacks between 2011-2012. After spending last season with Dallas, he'll add depth to the Tampa Bay defensive front.

The Cowboys have declined to pick up Melton's option, Brandon George of the Dallas Morning News reports.This isn't a big surprise, given the size of the option (three years, $25 million) and Melton's limited production in 2014. The Cowboys may still be interested in bringing him back, but at a reduced price tag.

Melton (knee) has a serious bone bruise and will not play in the postseason, Clarence Hill of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports. An MRI on Monday revealed the injury, which Melton suffered in Week 17 against Washington. While bone bruises typically aren't overly serious, Melton's is nearly a fracture, so the team has made the call to rule him out for the playoffs, which begin this weekend against the Lions.

Melton's status for the playoffs is in jeopardy after he sustained a leg injury in Sunday's win over Washington, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports. Melton is slated to undergo an MRI on Monday, but the report indicates that his injury is believed to be serious. The defensive tackle finished up his first season with the Cowboys with 15 tackles and five sacks in 16 games.

Melton picked up two tackles and 1.5 sacks in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals. He's not getting many tackles, but Melton has racked up 3.5 sacks in the last two games and finally looks to be all the way back from his torn ACL. He's a marginal IDP play, but his ability to get to the quarterback will help the Cowboys' team defense.

Melton (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game against Houston. Melton was unable to log a full practice all week, so there is a chance he may be limited, but the Cowboys will welcome his presence against Arian Foster and the Texans.

Melton (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against Houston. Melton seems legitimately hobbled by his hamstring issue, but he seems to have a decent shot at suiting up for Sunday's game given that he was a limited practice participant all week.