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Broncos Top Fantasy Players
These are the top fantasy football players of the Denver Broncos as ranked by Average Draft Position (ADP) in PPR-format mock drafts.
Data as of September 5, 2026.
| # | Name | Pos | Team | ADP | Bye |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jaylen Waddle | WR | DEN | 4.08 | 10 |
| 2 | Courtland Sutton | WR | DEN | 6.01 | 10 |
| 3 | Denver Defense | DEF | DEN | 8.03 | 10 |
| 4 | J.K. Dobbins | RB | DEN | 8.03 | 10 |
| 5 | RJ Harvey | RB | DEN | 8.11 | 10 |
| 6 | Bo Nix | QB | DEN | 10.04 | 10 |
| 7 | Jonah Coleman | RB | DEN | 13.10 | 10 |
| 8 | Wil Lutz | PK | DEN | 14.06 | 10 |
| 9 | Troy Franklin | WR | DEN | 15.12 | 10 |
Jaylen Waddle
Jaylen Waddle's current ADP is 4.08, which is the 8th pick of the 4th round, and 44th selection overall.
Courtland Sutton
Courtland Sutton's current ADP is 6.01, which is the 1st pick of the 6th round, and 61st selection overall.
Denver Defense
Denver Defense's current ADP is 8.03, which is the 3rd pick of the 8th round, and 86th selection overall.
J.K. Dobbins
J.K. Dobbins's current ADP is 8.03, which is the 3rd pick of the 8th round, and 87th selection overall.
RJ Harvey
RJ Harvey's current ADP is 8.11, which is the 11th pick of the 8th round, and 95th selection overall.
Bo Nix
Bo Nix's current ADP is 10.04, which is the 4th pick of the 10th round, and 111th selection overall.
Jonah Coleman
Jonah Coleman's current ADP is 13.10, which is the 10th pick of the 13th round, and 153rd selection overall.
Wil Lutz
Wil Lutz's current ADP is 14.06, which is the 6th pick of the 14th round, and 162nd selection overall.
Troy Franklin
Troy Franklin's current ADP is 15.12, which is the 12th pick of the 15th round, and 180th selection overall.
Denver Broncos 2025 Schedule
| Week | Home/Away | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| 17 | Away | Kansas City Chiefs |
| 6 | Away | New York Jets |
| 1 | Home | Tennessee Titans |
| 2 | Away | Indianapolis Colts |
| 3 | Away | Los Angeles Chargers |
| 4 | Home | Cincinnati Bengals |
| 5 | Away | Philadelphia Eagles |
| 7 | Home | New York Giants |
| 8 | Home | Dallas Cowboys |
| 9 | Away | Houston Texans |
| 10 | Home | Las Vegas Raiders |
| 11 | Home | Kansas City Chiefs |
| 13 | Away | Washington Commanders |
| 14 | Away | Las Vegas Raiders |
| 15 | Home | Green Bay Packers |
| 16 | Home | Jacksonville Jaguars |
| 18 | Home | Los Angeles Chargers |
Denver Broncos News
Jonah Coleman, Jonah Coleman "Most Hyped Player on Roster", Viewed as Direct Backup to Dobbins
Denver Broncos rookie running back Jonah Coleman has been one of the most hyped players on the roster since the team spent a fourth-round pick on him in the 2026 NFL Draft, and in appearing with Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team, Broncos beat reporter Zac Stevens indicated that the buzz is well-justified. Pointing out the complexity of Sean Payton's offense, Stevens notes that Coleman has already earned the trust of Payton and new offensive coordinator Davis Webb and says, "If and when J.K. Dobbins gets hurt, it's not going to be RJ Harvey that steps up into that starting running back role. It's going to be Jonah Coleman." Dobbins has not played more than 13 games in any year since his 2020 rookie season, so if Coleman has truly earned his coaches' favor, he could prove to be one of the league's most valuable insurance backs, heading into the final weekend of draft season as RotoBaller's RB54.
September 4, 2026 9:40 AM EST
RJ Harvey, RJ Harvey to See a "Big Role" as Broncos' Pass-Catching Back
After scoring 12 touchdowns as a rookie, Denver Broncos running back RJ Harvey has been arguably the least discussed back on the Broncos' roster for most of the summer, but beat reporter Zac Stevens does not believe that should be the case, as he foresees a big role for the 2025 second-round pick. In a recent appearance with Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team, Stevens broke down the entire Broncos running back room and said that Harvey "has really established himself as the third-down running back and the pass-catching running back," comparing his role to that of Alvin Kamara in Sean Payton's Saints offenses. While rookie Jonah Coleman has emerged as a more likely true handcuff to starter J.K. Dobbins, Harvey is expected to see a significant role in the passing game after catching 47 passes as a rookie. As RotoBaller's RB36, Harvey is a player to target in full-PPR leagues, and he has the spike-week potential to return tremendous value from the middle rounds of drafts.
September 4, 2026 9:27 AM EST
J.K. Dobbins, J.K. Dobbins the "For Sure" Lead Back When Healthy
DNVR Sports' Zac Stevens says that Denver Broncos running back J.K. Dobbins is "for sure" the team's No. 1 RB when he is healthy. However, second-year RB RJ Harvey, who has been the least talked-about Broncos back in training camp, will have a "big role" and could take on an Alvin Kamara-type role as a pass-catching back in head coach Sean Payton's offense. And then there is fourth-round rookie Jonah Coleman, a big, physical back who is viewed as the backup to Dobbins as a between-the-tackles runner. The 27-year-old Dobbins has been extremely efficient in his five NFL seasons, averaging over 5.0 yards per carry on 582 rushing attempts, and he was among the league leaders at the RB position last year in his first season with Denver before suffering a season-ending foot injury, recording 772 yards and four rushing touchdowns on 153 carries through 10 games. When healthy, Dobbins has been a strong RB in the NFL, but the story of his career to this point has been injuries. He has never played a full season yet, and with a committee backfield approach in Denver in 2026, Dobbins' fantasy ceiling will be limited as more of a low-end RB2 option for managers.
September 4, 2026 8:59 AM EST
Jaylen Waddle, Jaylen Waddle's First Denver Summer Raises Expectations
Denver Broncos wide receiver Jaylen Waddle has made a strong first impression with his new team. The Broncos gave up first-, third- and fourth-round picks to acquire him from Miami in March, and Waddle spent much of camp showing exactly what they paid for. Denver's own coverage repeatedly highlighted his ability to separate and create explosive plays during the first six practices. A leg strain on Aug. 5 interrupted that run for nearly two weeks, but it didn't take long for Waddle to get going again. He returned to practice Aug. 17 and, two days later, hauled in a roughly 60-yard touchdown from Bo Nix during the final open practice of camp. Waddle is coming off 64 catches for 910 yards and six touchdowns on 100 targets last season and now enters a Denver offense that clearly has plans for his speed. Courtland Sutton, Marvin Mims Jr. and Evan Engram will all get their opportunities, so the targets could be spread around. Still, Waddle's first summer in Denver has given fantasy managers more reason to expect a rebound toward his earlier production.
September 4, 2026 7:58 AM EST
Courtland Sutton, Courtland Sutton Faces Major Target Competition in 2026
Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton is expected to see less volume as competition increases in 2026. Sutton has spent the last two seasons as Denver's clear WR1, totaling 155 receptions for 2,098 yards and 15 touchdowns in 34 games, averaging just over 11 half-PPR fantasy points per game. However, the trade for speedy wide receiver Jaylen Waddle should limit Sutton's production in 2026. Waddle has been used across the formation and has earned significant praise from the coaching staff and players. The emergence of second-year receiver Pat Bryant could also take targets away, as the 2025 third-round pick had a strong summer. Sutton will be in a primary X-receiver role, and while he'll have his great games, he'll be less consistent than in years past. Ranked as the WR40 in RotoBaller's positional rankings, Sutton doesn't offer enough upside despite his recent production.
September 4, 2026 5:47 AM EST
