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Troy Franklin Could Be Facing a Reduced Role in Crowded Broncos Wide Receiver Room
Troy Franklin's role in the Broncos' wide receiver room is in question due to the arrival of Jaylen Waddle and the emergence of Pat Bryant
Pat Bryant
WR · DEN · 23 yrs · exp 1 · Illinois
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Sean Payton says that Broncos WR Pat Bryant is having a ‘heck of a camp’
The story of Broncos Camp this summer has been the emergence of second-year wide receiver Pat Bryant. We saw the beginnings of this breakout last season, but it carried over into the offseason and now into camp and the preseason. He stayed healthy and was making plays throughout camp, catching everything thrown his way, and […]
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Pat Bryant - Makes 15-yard catch on first play
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Bryant caught his only target for 15 yards in Friday's 27-7 preseason win over the Falcons. Bryant's catch came on Denver's first play of the game. It's encouraging to see the 2025 third-round pick getting involved early, as Bryant will have his work cut out for him as he tries to earn playing time in his second NFL campaign. Jaylen Waddle (leg) and Courtland Sutton are locked in as starters at wide receiver, while Bryant will also face competition for targets from Troy Franklin and Marvin Mims (undisclosed) in Denver's WR room
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Troy Franklin May Struggle to Repeat Last Year's Volume
Denver Broncos wide receiver Troy Franklin took a big step forward last season, but getting back to 104 targets could be a challenge. Franklin caught 65 passes for 709 yards and six touchdowns in 2025, finishing second to Courtland Sutton in all three categories. Denver then paid a hefty price to bring in Jaylen Waddle, and the Broncos' first unofficial depth chart has Marvin Mims Jr. ahead of Franklin at the third receiver spot. Franklin hasn't disappeared this summer. Bo Nix has continued finding him during first-team work, and Sean Payton recently praised how much more comfortable he looks with Denver's formations and different alignments. There are just more players fighting for touches now. Sutton and Waddle should command plenty of work, Mims is ahead of Franklin for the moment, and Pat Bryant and Evan Engram are part of the passing game as well. RotoBaller has Franklin at WR84 in half-PPR. He still makes sense as a late flier, but another 100-target season is getting difficult to project
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Pat Bryant Second-String Despite Strong Camp
Despite a strong training camp and praise from coaches, Denver Broncos WR Pat Bryant is listed as second-string on the team's unofficial depth chart. He is behind Jaylen Waddle, Courtland Sutton, and Marvin Mims Jr., but ahead of Troy Franklin and Lil'Jordan Humphrey. Bryant has shown promise with his hands, run-after-catch ability, and versatility, even catching a touchdown during a first-team period
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Pat Bryant Poised for More Work in 2026
Pat Bryant is expected to have a bigger role in the Denver Broncos' passing game this season
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Pat Bryant heavily added (#25)
Sleeper trending/add: Pat Bryant (12492) count=3960 (Δ3960 vs prior poll)
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Pat Bryant is making his case for bigger role with the Broncos
Second-year wide receiver Pat Bryant has been a consistent standout in Broncos training camp, making a case for a larger role
WR · DEN
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Day 8 News and Notes from Broncos Camp
Scrimmage Day! While Head Coach Sean Payton is out at the NFL Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, for QB Drew Brees’ induction, defensive coordinator and former Denver Broncos head coach Vance Joseph is running today’s practice. In today’s camp report, we have Pat Bryant really establishing himself as the Broncos WR and a trusted […]
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Pat Bryant Making Highlights In Training Camp, Emerging As Denver's WR3
Pat Bryant is emerging as the No. 3 wide receiver in Denver's training camp
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FA: Pat Bryant added, Jordan James dropped
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Adds: Pat Bryant. Drops: Jordan James
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Pat Bryant - Looking good in training camp
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Bryant has stood out in team drills during the first week of Denver's training camp, Nick Kosmider of The Athletic reports. Bryant was a third-round selection of the Broncos in the 2025 NFL Draft and saw his snap count and offensive output steadily increase over the course of his rookie season. Denver added to its wide receiver depth by trading for Jaylen Waddle to form a one-two punch with Courtland Sutton, but so far in training camp, Bryant has been making his case for slotting behind the top duo, along with fellow WRs Troy Franklin and Marvin Mims. If his strong training camp continues, Bryant would be in line for a larger share of offensive snaps in 2026 than he logged last year (48 percent)
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Pat Bryant Looking Good at Broncos Training Camp
Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant has stood out so far at the team's training camp as he hopes to win the WR3 job. The 2025 third-round pick began to take over as the team's WR2 toward the end of the season, playing over 60% of the snaps in three of the last four games. Now, with Jaylen Waddle in Denver and expected to be a lead receiver alongside Courtland Sutton, Bryant will have to fend off Troy Franklin and Marvin Mims Jr. to be fantasy relevant in 2026. However, head coach Sean Payton is expected to use different packages that include all three receivers. Bryant is ranked WR76 in RotoBaller's rankings and should be considered with late-round picks in fantasy this season
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Troy Franklin Still Looks More Like a Late Flier Than a Sleeper
Denver Broncos wide receiver Troy Franklin made a legitimate jump in his second season, catching 65 of 104 targets for 709 yards and six touchdowns. That was real progress. It may also be the high-water mark for his target volume. Denver gave up a first-round pick, a third-round pick, and a fourth-round swap to acquire Jaylen Waddle, who now joins Courtland Sutton at the top of the receiver room. Franklin is left competing with Marvin Mims Jr. and Pat Bryant for what remains. Mims opened camp making plays in consecutive practices, while Bryant caught a long touchdown from Bo Nix on Day 2. Franklin's long history with Nix still helps, but it does not reserve another 104 targets for him. RotoBaller ranks Franklin as the WR82 in PPR leagues, so taking him near the end of a deep draft is not a major gamble. Calling him a sleeper is harder. At 23, Franklin remains a reasonable dynasty hold, but redraft managers should treat him as a late bench flier until Denver shows it has a steady role for him
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Evan Engram Drawing Ample Targets Early in Training Camp
Zac Stevens of DNVR Sports reports that Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram is having a day in training camp practice on Friday, as he's been targeted multiple times with multiple catches during team drills, including a 50-yard bomb from quarterback Jarrett Stidham. Stevens adds that Davis Webb as the team's new play-caller "seems to be benefiting him a ton." Stevens added that Engram can "definitely" be a big part of the offense this year. The Athletic's Nick Kosmider writes that Engram has been "the standout" during the team's first 11-on-11 period in camp. The 31-year-old veteran TE also had a strong showing during mandatory minicamp last month, perhaps setting himself up to be a sleeper at the position in fantasy football drafts in 2026. Engram was a disappointment last year in his first year in Denver after head coach Sean Payton talked him up all offseason, ultimately finishing with a 50-461-1 line in 16 regular-season games. The Broncos have receiver Jaylen Waddle now, though, which could totally transform their offense and open up space for Engram to operate. RotoBaller has Engram ranked as only the TE34, but if he continues to impress during camp and gain the trust of Webb as a play-caller, his ADP could rise quickly as a TE2
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Pat Bryant Looking to Emerge as Broncos' WR3
Pat Bryant seeks to establish himself as the third receiver for the Denver Broncos in training camp
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Around the AFC West: Preseason preview of our division foes
Well, it’s that time of year again. NFL training camps are about to get underway, and every team in the AFC West has important questions to answer before the regular season begins. Here’s what to watch as the Denver Broncos , Las Vegas Raiders , and Los Angeles Chargers try to outdo the Kansas City Chiefs . The Broncos enter the season with one of the league’s most intriguing storylines: the health of quarterback Bo Nix. Nix suffered a significant ankle injury against the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Championship Game, and his recovery will be closely monitored throughout training camp. Despite the injury, Nix was ranked No. 59 in the “NFL Top 100 ”, showing the respect he has earned around the league after his breakout season. Another player to watch is wide receiver Pat Bryant . Before suffering a concussion last season, Bryant was emerging as one of Nix’s favorite targets. Out of wide receivers Troy Franklin and Marvin Mims Jr. , Bryant’s ability to win contested catches should continue to earn him opportunities. Former Miami Dolphins receiver Jaylen Waddle ’s presence could also create more favorable one-on-one matchups for Bryant. The Broncos also have an interesting battle at running back. Can RJ Harvey seize the starting job? Veteran J.K. Dobbins re-signed on a one-year deal after leading Denver’s backfield last season, but injuries have been a recurring concern throughout his career. Following Dobbins’ injury, Harvey saw a much larger workload, recording 96 rushing attempts from Week 11 through the end of the season after totaling just 50 carries beforehand. Harvey also offers more versatility in the passing game, making him a reliable option on check-downs and wheel routes. If he continues to impress in camp, he could earn a larger share of the offense. The Raiders didn’t completely rebuild the offensive line, but the front office made significant upgrades by adding former Baltimore Ravens center Tyler Linderbaum and former San Francisco 49ers guard Spencer Burford , both of whom are expected to start this season. Las Vegas is also hoping left tackle Kolton Miller returns to full health after missing much of last season with a high ankle sprain and hairline fracture suffered in Week 4. Former second-round pick Jackson Powers-Johnson faces an important season, as does tackle D.J. Glaze. Both players will need to take a step forward if they hope to secure long-term roles with the organization. Perhaps the biggest storyline is rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Despite his draft status, Mendoza is not expected to open the season as the starter after the Raiders signed veteran Kirk Cousins during the offseason. Still, Mendoza has already generated buzz during rookie minicamp. Training camp will provide the first real glimpse at how quickly he can adjust to the NFL and whether he can begin pushing for playing time. Defensively, all eyes remain on edge rusher Maxx Crosby . After an offseason filled with trade speculation involving the Ravens before ultimately remaining in Las Vegas, Crosby appears motivated to prove he’s still one of the NFL’s premier pass rushers. Expect him to arrive at training camp with plenty to prove. For the Chargers, the biggest question remains the same as it seems to be every year: Can the offensive line stay healthy? Injuries have consistently plagued Los Angeles , including Rashawn Slater ’s season-ending patellar tear last year. If Slater returns healthy alongside rookie Jake Slaughter, Tyler Biadasz , Cole Strange , and Joe Alt , the Chargers could field one of the NFL’s best offensive lines. The talent is there; the challenge is staying on the field. Another intriguing storyline is the team’s new tight end duo of Oronde Gadsden and David Njoku . Both players have shown they can take over games when given opportunities. Njoku never consistently found that opportunity with the Cleveland Browns , but he could thrive in Los Angeles. Head [... truncated ...]
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Horse Tracks: Three players who could make a big leap in Year 2
Training Camp is just 10 days away, and all the excitement for the 2026 season will finally move from speculation on paper to speculation on the field. And while all eyes will be on how Bo Nix ’s ankle is doing, how Jaylen Waddle is fitting into the offense, how the rookies are adjusting and which stars look solid again, there are several second-year players who could go under-the-radar if you’re not paying attention but have the potential for strong sophomore campaigns. Here are four second-year players I’m most curious about as our July 31 start date inches closer. Bryant quietly became a trusted target for Bo Nix during the second half of his rookie season. He isn’t the fastest receiver on the roster, but he was a reliable target. With strong hands and good route discipline, he could quietly become a secret weapon while defenses focus attention on Jaylen Waddle and Courtland Sutton . If he develops into a consistent red-zone threat, Bryant could easily double last year’s touchdown production. “He’s a quick study. He gets it real fast,” said head coach Sean Payton earlier this summer. “I think one of his great skill sets is his run after the catch because his feet stay on the ground when he catches it. He’s got strong hands in traffic. He’s having a good stretch here.” Payton added that there’s a maturity to Bryant already this season, which is exactly what you hope for with the second-year players. They know the ropes, the system and the playbook. “He’s healthy…he knows exactly what to do and, and there’s a confidence about him, a maturity,” Payton added. “You wouldn’t feel like he was a second-year player if you didn’t know it.” The Broncos first-round draft pick in 2025 was basically a non-entity for the Broncos’ defense last season, but the second-year cornerback seems ready to step up for a big Year Two. Payton noted that Barron’s early offseason work was looking good and Barron’s film room study was paying off. “You can tell that he is progressively getting better,” Payton said during OTAs. “His IQ and his fundamentals of the game, it seems like he is wise beyond his years going into his second year. I’m excited for him.” As a rookie Barron played just a little over 300 defensive snaps. He and his coach hope for a bigger impact from the former Texas cornerback this season. “I think he’s an instinctual player,” the coach said, “so I think for him it’s just getting the reps and the practice work.” Barron’s progress in the offseason was noted by All Pro cornerback Patrick Surtain , so that’s always a good sign. “He’s been studying in the film room. You can tell he’s progressively getting better,” Surtain said last month. “His I.Q. and his fundamentals of the game, it seems like he’s wise beyond his years going into his second year, so, I’m excited for him.” There’s been a lot of talk already about the running back room this season with the addition of an intriguing rookie in Jonah Coleman and the return of veteran JK Dobbins. How Harvey plays in year two could have a lot to do with how the Broncos’ rushing attack goes in 2026. From everything Payton has said, and everything we began to see the second half of his rookie season, suggests Harvey has the skill set to thrive in year two. Not only can he run, he can catch in the backfield, create explosive plays and pass protect. But perhaps the best indicator of Harvey’s second year potential is how he has spent his offseason — studying fellow running back stars like Christian McCaffrey , Jahmyr Gibbs and Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker . “Just watching more film, watching other guys around the league, watching their film … just trying to see things on film that they do, trying to help better my game,” Harvey said. “In Year Two in the system, I feel way more comfortable and it’s only going to get better from where I left off.” Even with Dobbins considered the starter, the Broncos will want to be careful with the veteran’s load, and the guy poised to take that [... truncated ...]
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Troy Franklin Falling Down 2026 Draft Boards
Troy Franklin's fantasy production may be difficult to find in 2026 due to the Denver Broncos' depth chart
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Pat Bryant a Player to Watch When Broncos Gather for Training Camp
Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant missed a pair of games late in the 2025 season with a hamstring injury and a serious concussion, and he was forced to prematurely exit both of the team's playoff games, but he had shown notable growth near the end of his rookie campaign, with his involvement steadily on the rise. Over his final eight regular-season games, he was on a full-season pace of 55 receptions for 706 yards, and although he was on the field for only 12 total postseason snaps, he was targeted on exactly one-third of those plays, beginning both games as an obvious focal point of the Broncos' game plan. Denver's high-profile trade for Jaylen Waddle limits Bryant's opportunity for a true year-two breakout, and with veteran Courtland Sutton still on the team, the 2025 third-round pick will likely be left competing with Troy Franklin for meaningful work in three-receiver sets. However, quarterback Bo Nix threw the ball more than any player in the league last season, so the opportunity could exist for that third receiver spot to still hold fantasy value. Bryant is currently RotoBaller's WR76, but when training camps open at the end of the month, his positional battle with Franklin will be one to watch
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