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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

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Troy Franklin is No Longer a Flashy Fantasy Target

Troy Franklin's fantasy value has decreased due to Jaylen Waddle's arrival and his new role behind Courtland Sutton

Ranking top 30 NFL players age 30 and over: Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes enter the equation for first time

The top 30 NFL players age 30 and over, including Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes, are highlighted

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

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

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

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

Troy Franklin feels more comfortable in third season with Broncos

One of the most intriguing storylines unfolding at Denver Broncos training camp is the competition at wide receiver. Jaylen Waddle and Courtland Sutton are slated to be the top tandem in the Broncos’ aerial attack this season. Yet the continued development of their young receiving corps will also be critical for the offense to ascend […]

Jaylen Waddle leaves practice early with muscle tightness

Broncos wide receiver Jaylen Waddle left practice early on Wednesday. Coach Sean Payton said, via Nick Kosmider of TheAthletic.com, that Waddle left with muscle tightness but should be fine. Waddle, 27, went to the locker room during an individual period and didn’t return. The Broncos practiced without their other starting wide receiver, Courtland Sutton, for a second consecutive day. He had a vet day Tuesday, per Payton, who didn’t specify why Sutton missed Wednesday’s work but said Sutton will return Thursday. Outside linebacker Nik Bonitto did individual work on a side field, per Kosmider, after leaving early on Tuesday with an undisclosed injury

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

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

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

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

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 ...]

All eyes about to be on Jaylen Waddle

Jaylen Waddle's addition to the Denver Broncos' offense is expected to significantly boost both the team's performance and quarterback Bo Nix's play, adding game-breaking speed and explosiveness. While the Broncos aim to build on a successful previous season, Waddle's presence is seen as a key factor in their potential to reach the next level, especially with new offensive coordinator Davis Webb at the helm

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

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

Courtland Sutton ranked 68th in NFL’s Top 100

The annual rankings for the National Football League’s Top 100 keeps rolling along. Last week, defensive lineman Zach Allen checked in as the first Denver Broncos player at 73rd. This morning, wide receiver Courtland Sutton was the second player to make the list coming in at 68th. He was unranked in the NFL’s Top 100 last season. The second longest tenured member of the team next to offensive tackle Garett Bolles , Sutton is entering his ninth season with the Denver Broncos. While Sutton hasn’t been a dominant receiver during his career, he has put together back-to-back seasons with over 70 catches and 1,000 yards and at least seven touchdowns. That is some of the best production of his underrated career with the team. Since Head Coach Sean Payton took over the reins three seasons ago, Sutton’s overall numbers—especially touchdowns—have seen quite the boost. He has quickly found chemistry with quarterback Bo Nix and has been the featured player in Denver’s aerial attack in that timeframe. When the Broncos have needed a big play on third down or a touchdown to put themselves in a position to win, the former SMU standout has answered the call. Through eight seasons with the franchise, Sutton has 453 receptions for 6,357 yards and 39 touchdowns. An impressive 305 of those catches have moved the chains. If he accomplishes another successful gridiron campaign in 2026, Sutton will certainly etch himself into the Top 5 in most every receiving category for the franchise. Congratulations to Sutton on making this year’s NFL Top 100

Courtland Sutton: Could draw more 1-on-1 matchups

Courtland Sutton could benefit from more 1-on-1 matchups with Jaylen Waddle's arrival