Broncos Avoid Overpay, Focus on Draft for WR

0:00On March 9th, the Denver Broncos need more help at wide receiver heading into the offseason. Free agency this year lacks big-name stars at the position, with most top talent staying put. Right on March 9th, 2026, news hit that Allett Pierce, the top available receiver, resigned with the Indianapolis Colts on A. 4-year deal worth up to $116 million. That breaks down to nearly $30 million per season, though guarantees are lower as usual in these contracts. Pierce had a strong 2025 season, catching 47 passes for 1,000 3 yards and 6 touchdowns, his career bests. Fans and analysts see this as an overpay, and the Broncos dodged a bullet by staying away. Pierce leaves the league in yards per catch over the last two years, but he's more of a deep threat specialist than a full-time number one option. The Broncos already have solid number two and three receivers, so splurging on Pierce wouldn't have fixed their biggest gaps. His 1,000 yard year came on just under 50 catches, highlighting his limitations up close.

1:04Looking ahead, the team makes sense turning to the 2026 draft for a young receiver on a rookie deal, building depth without breaking the bank. Breaking the bank.