Broncos Trade Troy Franklin, Rebuild Draft Stock

0:00On March 18th, the Denver Broncos just made a big move by trading for Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jalen Waddle, but it cost them their first round. Pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, plus they have no third rounder that year either. Now their wide receiver group is packed, which might lead to another deal to bring back some draft capital. Last year, the Broncos flipped rookie Devon Veile to the New Orleans Saints for a fourth round and seventh round pick, and that trade looks smart. Now after his solid season with 41 catches for 475 yards and three scores. Fans and analysts see Cortland Sutton locked in as the top guy, with Pat Brian stepping up as the future star and Marvin Mims too valuable on. Offense and returns to move, that leaves Troy Franklin potentially on the trading block. Franklin improved last year with 65 receptions, 709 yards and 6 touchdowns, but he offers little on special teams, blocking, or returns, especially with Bo Nick's entering his third year and limited targets to go around.

1:02Picture Sutton, Waddle, Bryant and Mims as Denver's top four receivers come 2026. It adds up for the coaches to shop Franklin and rebuild. That draft stop before training camp heats up. Made in AI.