Will Petersen, Denver’s Sports Analyst, reports that The Denver Broncos are open for business, especially concerning their wide receiver position.
Many reports came in on Monday morning, citing the team’s potential trading a wideout in the offseason while the roster was still under construction. The Denver Broncos is not looking to give up any of their wide receivers, yet only want value in return.
As the Denver Broncos head into the NFL draft season, their wide receiver room needs more depth. Jerry Jeudy is leading as the top selection leaving some room for Sean Payton.
Since K.J Hamler did not live up to expectations last season and Sutton anticipated a better year that he got, getting a few draft picks for the team might be the right move for the organization.
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Denver Broncos Wide Receivers Shopping List
Jalin Hyatt
Jalin Hyatt stands at six foot one and 180 pounds and is one of the best wide receivers. While he might not be the best pick for the team, his talent speaks for itself. Hyatt won the Biletnikoff award back in 2022, which was a great year for Tennessee.
With 1267 yards, 67 receptions, and 15 touchdowns, Hyatt is a significant vertical threat whose strength lies in the slot. Hyatt and Jeudy would make a formidable pair. With his speed, they would effectively play off each other.
.@Vol_Football WR Jalin Hyatt continues his strong day with a 4.41u.
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Olamide Zaccheaus
Recent years have proved the severe threat that Olamide Zaccheaus could be. His roster in the league, with averages of over 13 yards per reception, gives a secondary target in the passing game and turns plenty of times weekly.
This last season he caught his career-best at 40 passes in 533 yards and three lockdowns. In his previous four seasons with the NFL, he has had three career drops making him quite an exciting player when added to the Broncos. His speed, agility, and quickness combined with his hands showcase more than he meets the eye.
Olamide Zaccheaus has another touchdown! @LlamaDay #DirtyBirds
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DeAndre Carter
It would be awesome if the Denver Broncos would acquire DeAndre Carter, he would make a terrific addition to the team. DeAndre Carter makes costly decisions, but this is due to his impressive repertoire. In the last season, Carter played for the Los Angeles Chargers, the new home for Joe Lombardi and Bronco’s former offensive coordinator.
His game was focused almost exclusively on the offense, a stark difference while playing under Lombardi. He achieved a career-high of 46 passes with three touchdowns. These last two seasons, Carter has had six receiving touchdowns and a kickoff return touchdown.
Even at age 30, Carter could provide excellent value for The Denver Broncos as more than an offense with an average of 11.7 yards per return.
Nonetheless, he seems more inclined to move to the Raiders.
Report: #Chargers DeAndre Carter visiting with #Raiders today, per @Schultz_Report pic.twitter.com/094IqTaEYb
— NFL Rumors (@nflrums) March 24, 2023
DJ Chark
Chark has always been a formidable player and is in his prime. The Denver Broncos signing him would be a mean fit. Last season, Chark was a free agent who was signed with the Detroit Lions. Trading him when the Jaguars under Urban Meyer dropped players would have been great too.
Chark is six foot four and has a speed of sub-4.4 40-yard dash, a lethal combination as a wide receiver. In 2019, he made the Pro Bowl, and while injuries have made him inconsistent as a player, this has not derailed his status as a top threat. His year with the Detroit Lions is proof of his immense abilities.
However, this seems an unlikely signing for the Broncos, since Chark is leaning to sign with the Panthers.
Panthers signing WR DJ Chark to 1-year deal. (via @RapSheet) pic.twitter.com/MAj8nMb9BX
— NFL (@NFL) March 24, 2023
Odell Beckham Jr. or Javis Landry
Odell Beckham has a high chance of signing with the New York Jets. Jarvis Landry, on the other hand, might join the Broncos. Last season, Landry played for the Saints in Sean Payton’s absence. Beckham would have made a great addition despite his injury and record.
While the Broncos don’t have big names on their roster, a Landry or Beckham signing would change this, although Odell seems more inclined to join the Giants right now.
New York #Giants owner John Mara says the #Giants haven't closed the door on bringing free agent Pro Bowl wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. back:
“I wish he would create the headlines by his play on the field as opposed to what he says and what he does off the field,” Mara told… pic.twitter.com/YKPv6F64Bd
— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) March 27, 2023
KJ Hamler Injury Adds Problems
KJ Hamler’s recent injury and subsequent surgery have the team shopping for new wide receivers. While the team is not looking to let go of the player now, they are shopping for an alternative. KJ Hamler’s first four years with the NFL have been quite brutal. Hamler joined the league in 2020 right out of being injured by Penn State. In the next two seasons, he struggled with hamstring injuries and issues. His time with the Denver Broncos has been similar.
While an impressive and explosive player, Hamler has only played 23 games in the last three seasons. This new injury adds more to his already precarious position. Tom Polissero reported Hamler’s injury and surgery that took about half a year to recover.
This might mean he will be ready to start training In July. Everyone hopes for a speedy recovery. Might this torn pectoral, a torn ACL, major surgery to repair his ACL tears, and hip surgery be the push the Broncos need to replace him?
INJURY UPDATE: @Broncos WR KJ Hamler (pectoral) undergoes surgery. Expected to miss 4-6 months pic.twitter.com/He5IZ2YTDx
— The Fantasy Source (@FantasySource_) March 23, 2023
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