As it stands today, the Denver Broncos’ wide receiver depth chart looks roughly like this:<\/p>\n
Courtland Sutton
\nDevaughn Vele
\nMarvin Mims Jr.
\nTroy Franklin
\nPat Bryant
\nTrent Sherfield Sr.
\nA.T. Perry
\nMichael Bandy
\nJoaquin Davis
\nCourtney Jackson
\nJerjuan Newton
\nKyrese White<\/p>\n
I would argue that this wide receiver group is one of the thinner groups as far as talent goes in the NFL. There\u2019s a lot of potential, but they are mostly young players, with some of the key players at the top of the chart being niche players (namely Marvin Mims, Jr., and Troy Franklin).<\/p>\n
The good thing is that Sean Payton does an excellent job as a coach, getting successful plays out of the players he has on the roster. He will use each of the players on the roster in week 1 to help this offense be successful.<\/p>\n
What we need to see this season is one of the young guns at WR to step up in a big way to be a productive force for this offense. Here are the 3 guys I think have a serious shot to do that and how:<\/p>\n
Devaughn Vele<\/p>\n
Vele showed us last season that he has what it takes to play at the NFL level. This year, he needs to show more consistency and develop more ability to create separation with his route running in order to take that big step forward for this offense.<\/p>\n
Marvin Mimms, Jr. <\/p>\n
Mimms has wowed us with his ability to be a deep threat. For him to do more than just have a handful of big plays each season, he needs to develop his route-running ability to provide more of an impact in being able to move the chains for the offense on 3rd down.<\/p>\n
Pat Bryant<\/p>\n
Rookie Pat Byrant was getting rave reviews in his early offseason work so far with the Broncos. For him to help the Broncos in a big way, he needs to show up early and often this season with chain-moving plays.<\/p>\n
The elephant in the room here is Troy Franklin. I\u2019d love to think he could take a big step forward this season, but I saw too much poor play last season from him. I\u2019m happy to have him change my mind, but until he shows the consistent goods, I\u2019m not a believer that he\u2019s going to make a significant impact for the offense.<\/p>\n
Broncos News<\/p>\n
Broncos have plenty of talent on the defensive line … but with three players in contract years, it’s decision time<\/a> Other NFL News<\/p>\n Dolphins acquiring Giants TE Darren Waller for 2026 sixth-round pick<\/a> Jets RB Breece Hall on 2025 goals: \u2018Just proving that I’m still the guy and still one of the best in the league’<\/a> Top five NFL draft values of the millennium at interior DL: Cameron Heyward one of two active players<\/a> Steelers have no intention of trading T.J. Watt, remain focused on extending him<\/a> Darren Waller unretiring as Dolphins acquire TE in trade – ESPN<\/a> Ohio governor signs budget that includes funds for Browns stadium – ESPN<\/a> Dolphins send Ramsey, Smith to Steelers for Fitzpatrick in trade – ESPN<\/a> Sources – Teams mull possible trade offers for Steelers’ T.J. Watt – ESPN<\/a> 49ers’ Deommodore Lenoir arrested in L.A. on obstruction charge – ESPN<\/a> SB LIX performer arrested by La. State Police for halftime protest – ESPN<\/a>
Zach Allen is the anchor of a strong Broncos defensive line … but it’s a unit that has three of its key components heading for a contract year.<\/p>\n
The Miami Dolphins<\/a> are finalizing a trade for New York Giants<\/a> tight end Darren Waller that also includes a draft pick swap, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reported on Tuesday.<\/p>\n
Heading into his fourth NFL season, New York Jets<\/a> running back Breece Hall says he wants to prove that he’s one of the best at his position.<\/p>\n
Which NFL draft<\/a> picks on the interior defensive line have provided the best value since the turn of the century 25 years ago? Eric Edholm reveals his top five rankings, a list that features a pair of first-round selections.<\/p>\n
The Steelers<\/a> don’t intend to move star pass rusher T.J. Watt in the wake of their Minkah Fitzpatrick trade, and Pittsburgh remains focused on signing him to an extension, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reported Monday.<\/p>\n
Darren Waller is coming out of retirement to play for the Dolphins, filling the team’s void at the position after Jonnu Smith was traded to the Steelers on Monday.<\/p>\n
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has signed a two-year, $60 billion budget that sets aside $600 million in unclaimed funds for a new Browns<\/a> stadium.<\/p>\n
The Dolphins have agreed to trade All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey and tight end Jonnu Smith to the Steelers in exchange for All-Pro safety Minkah Fitzpatrick and a pick swap.<\/p>\n
In recent weeks, multiple teams have been discussing whether they can trade for Steelers standout pass rusher T.J. Watt, who skipped the team’s most recent minicamp, sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.<\/p>\n
49ers<\/a> cornerback Deommodore Lenoir was arrested in Los Angeles on Thursday night on a charge of obstruction of justice, police said.<\/p>\n
A performer at Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show<\/a> in February has been arrested after holding up a Sudanese flag there with the message “Sudan and Free Gaza.”<\/p>\n