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Broncos Continue to Benefit From Blockbuster Jaylen Waddle Trade

Broncos Continue to Benefit From Blockbuster Jaylen Waddle Trade

Summary

The Denver Broncos made a major trade to get wide receiver Jaylen Waddle from the Miami Dolphins. This move is expected to improve the Broncos' offense significantly and raise their chances for the upcoming NFL season.

Key Facts

  • The Broncos traded three draft picks to acquire Jaylen Waddle.
  • ESPN ranked the Broncos 3rd in their early NFL Power Rankings for the 2026-27 season.
  • The Broncos re-signed 17 of their 21 free agents during the offseason.
  • Last season, the Broncos had problems with drives ending quickly (three-and-outs).
  • Jaylen Waddle had the 11th best yards per pass route in 2025 and outperformed the Broncos' top receiver.
  • Quarterback Bo Nix struggled with long passes last season, completing only 38.7% of throws over 20 yards.
  • Waddle is expected to help Bo Nix by being a strong deep target on the field.
  • The Broncos’ trade shows they want to compete for wins now rather than in the future.
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