Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram is trending upward after logging his highest snap share of the 2025 season in Week 7. Against his former team, the New York Giants, Engram drew eight targets, catching five passes for 42 yards in the Broncos' thrilling comeback victory. Engram played 54% of the offensive snaps, while Adam Trautman saw his lowest mark of the season (33%). While the game script could've played a role, it's encouraging to see Engram finally leading the tight end rotation. Heading into Week 8, Engram faces a struggling Dallas Cowboys defense that's allowed consistent production to tight ends. Though still a bit risky due to snap volatility, Engram is a solid streaming option and a potential solid fill-in for fantasy managers this week.
Oct 22, 2025 10:53 AM EST
Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram got off to an inauspicious start to his Broncos tenure this year with four catches for only 33 yards in the first two weeks, and then he missed the Week 3 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers with a back injury. Head coach Sean Payton kept talking up Engram in the offseason as a key weapon in the offense, but there was no evidence to back that up early on. The 31-year-old might be starting to come around for fantasy managers, though, as he has back-to-back five-catch, 42-yard performances in Weeks 6 and 7, and he also scored for the first time in Week 5 against the Philadelphia Eagles. Right now, Engram is only rostered in 57% of Yahoo fantasy leagues. With six teams on bye in Week 8, he should be on your radar this week if you're in need of a TE, especially in a matchup this Sunday against a Dallas Cowboys defense that has been friendly to opposing passing attacks this year.
Oct 21, 2025 12:27 PM EST
In Sunday's London game, which few would consider an instant classic, Denver tight end Evan Engram led all Broncos pass catchers with five receptions for 42 yards. Both marks also represented season highs for the veteran tight end, who has now seen at least five targets and four receptions in three straight games. While none of these numbers justify the brief offseason hype stemming from head coach Sean Payton's talk of using him in the Joker role, Engram has provided a reliable floor at a position where that's hard to come by. If he can mix in the occasional touchdown, as he did in Week 5, he should continue to be in play in most formats as injuries and bye weeks mount.
Oct 14, 2025 3:00 PM EST
Denver Broncos tight end caught five of his six targets for 42 yards during Sunday's Week 6 win over the New York Jets. He was the team's leader in targets, receptions, and receiving yards. Engram's Broncos tenure started off relatively slow, but he has come on strong lately with 13 catches, 104 yards, and one touchdown over his last three games combined. The 31-year-old will remain a low-end TE1 option heading into a relatively soft matchup against the New York Giants last week. New York most recently allowed tight end Dallas Goedert to explode for nine catches, 110 yards, and a touchdown.
Oct 12, 2025 12:33 PM EST
Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram found the end zone for the first time this season in Week 5, but his overall production remains underwhelming. Through five games, Engram has caught 12 of 19 targets for 95 yards and a touchdown while struggling to carve out a consistent role in Denver's offense. Engram continues to split reps with Adam Trautman and Nate Adkins, limiting his snap share to just 41%, which ranks 56th among all tight ends. He also ranks 30th in route participation (53.9%) and 27th in fantasy points per game, highlighting his diminished opportunity in Sean Payton's offense. The Broncos face the New York Jets in Week 6, who have allowed the sixth most fantasy points to tight ends this season, but until Engram's usage increases, he's best left on the waiver wire in most formats.
Oct 9, 2025 10:56 AM EST
Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram has been off to a slow start in his first season under Sean Payton. Through four games, the veteran has caught 12 of 19 targets for 95 yards and a touchdown, ranking as the TE27 on a per-game basis. Despite optimism that Payton's system would unlock Engram's athleticism, he's yet to play more than 50% of the offensive snaps in any game this season. Even in Week 5, when Engram finally scored his first touchdown in Denver, his role remained limited. He played just 41% of the snaps, with Adam Trautman (40%) and Nate Adkins (37%) both involved in the rotation. The lack of a clear lead role in this tight end committee has capped Engram's production and fantasy appeal. Until his usage meaningfully increases or the depth chart thins out, Engram remains an afterthought in fantasy lineups and should stay on waivers in most leagues.
Oct 8, 2025 10:51 AM EST
Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram showed his athleticism on Sunday while scoring his first touchdown of the season on a block and release catch in Sunday's 21-17 win over the Philadelphia Eagles. Engram looked spry and healthy as he had six targets for four catches and 33 yards on top of the lone touchdown pass from Bo Nix versus the stubborn Eagles defense. With multiple speedsters on the team and wide receiver Courtland Sutton pacing the team in targets on the season, it's more likely than not that Engram will continue to be a safety valve for Nix, barring injuries to the team. Fantasy managers should still be happy with Engram's performance this week in his win against the Eagles. Engram can be used as a streamer against the New York Jets in Week 6, who just surrendered 37 points to the Dallas Cowboys in Sunday's loss.
Oct 6, 2025 6:19 PM EST
Denver Broncos Evan Engram (back) saw a season-high seven targets in Week 4, but turning out a lackluster four catches for 29 yards makes him more valuable for real-life football than fantasy. He will look to be more productive against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. The 31-year-old practiced in full on Friday and doesn't carry an injury designation for Week 5. While it's notable that he did look healthy and potentially fully recovered from a back issue, Engram will have to compete with a lot of competition in the receiving room. What's most notable is that Engram has been on the field for less than half of the offensive snaps so far this season. Until that number increases to the 70-90% mark we used to see in the successful years of his career, it will be difficult to trust him as more than a TE2 with touchdown dependency.
Oct 4, 2025 9:26 AM EST
Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram (back) is practicing again on Thursday, according to Zac Stevens of DNVR Sports. Engram missed the Week 3 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers due to a back injury, but he returned in the Monday night win over the Cincinnati Bengals, catching four of seven targets for a season-high 29 yards. He was not even listed on the initial Week 5 injury report, so it appears that Engram has put his back ailment in the rearview mirror as the Broncos head into a difficult road matchup this weekend against the undefeated Philadelphia Eagles. Engram should continue to get more involved in Denver's offense after a slow start in his first three games in blue and orange. However, with quarterback Bo Nix spreading the ball around through the air, Engram is looking like a low-upside, touchdown-dependent TE2 until further notice.
Oct 2, 2025 5:45 PM EST
Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram (back) will play in Sunday's Week 4 contest against the Cincinnati Bengals, according to head coach Sean Payton. Engram had been listed as questionable and missed last Sunday's game. It has been an underwhelming start to Engram's Broncos tenure, as he has just four catches for 33 yards through two games while playing fewer than 50 percent of the offensive snaps. The Bengals' defense is known for struggling against tight ends, though, so perhaps Sunday will serve as a get-right opportunity for the former Giant and Jaguar. Cincinnati has allowed the sixth-most fantasy points allowed to tight ends, giving Engram fringe top-12 upside despite his current Week 4 ranking as the overall TE23.
Sep 27, 2025 4:13 PM EST
Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram (back) has practiced in full on Thursday and Friday this week, putting him on track to return in Week 4 on Monday Night Football versus the visiting Cincinnati Bengals, according to Aric DiLalla of DenverBroncos.com. Engram didn't practice at all last week due to a back injury and was inactive in the Week 3 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. However, he's made notable progress this week and should be officially cleared to play on Monday night when Denver releases their final Week 4 injury report on Saturday. The 31-year-old was expected to be a big part of the Broncos' passing attack this year, but he had just four catches on six targets for 33 yards and no scores in the first two weeks. Engram has not played more than 43% of the offensive snaps in either of his games, despite Denver's coaching staff promising big things from him in 2025. He could become more involved eventually, but despite a strong Week 4 matchup, Engram is a dicey TE2 in fantasy coming off his back injury.
Sep 26, 2025 8:24 PM EST
Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram (back) was listed as a full practice participant on Thursday, which is a great sign for his availability in a Week 4 matchup against the visiting Cincinnati Bengals on Monday night, according to Zac Stevens of DNVR Sports. Engram missed practice all week before sitting out the Week 3 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, so it's a bit surprising to see him as a full-go for the first practice of the week. It's a good indication that the 31-year-old will end his one-game absence and play on Monday night in a strong matchup for TEs. The Bengals have allowed the fifth-most half-PPR points to the position through the first three weeks of 2025. Broncos head coach Sean Payton continues to say that Engram will be a big part of the offense this year, but fantasy managers want to see it to believe it in this struggling Denver offense. In two games, Engram has caught four of six targets for 33 yards.
Sep 25, 2025 6:35 PM EST
The Denver Broncos have ruled out tight end Evan Engram (back) from their Week 3 contest this Sunday on the road against the division-rival Los Angeles Chargers, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. While Engram was quiet in his first two games with the team and is now set to miss Week 3, head coach Sean Payton said on Friday that the 31-year-old veteran is expected to be a big part of the offense this year. We'll believe it when we see it. The former first-rounder only played in nine games due to injury last year with the Jacksonville Jaguars, and he caught just four of six targets for 33 yards in the first two games this year. Engram's next chance to play will be in Week 4 on Monday night against the Cincinnati Bengals, where he'll be a TE2 in fantasy if he recovers from his back injury. With Engram out this weekend, Adam Trautman will be Denver's TE1. Fantasy managers should be able to find better streaming options.
Sep 19, 2025 5:50 PM EST
Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram (back) has been unable to practice all week which puts his status for Sunday's game in jeopardy. It has been a rough start to the season for Engram who suffered a calf injury in the season opener. Now, Engram is in danger of missing Week 3 due to a lingering back issue. Despite that, head coach Sean Payton said that Engram is going to play a big role in the offense. So far this season, Engram has four receptions for 33 yards through the first two games of the season. When healthy, Engram certainly has TE1 potential, but fantasy managers can't wait all year for that to happen. Hopefully once he's healthy, Engram can start becoming a bigger contributor. In the meantime, Adam Trautman will likely have a larger role in Week 3 if Engram is sidelined.
Sep 19, 2025 4:26 PM EST
Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram (back) has missed both of the team's practices so far this week with a back injury, according to Aric DiLalla of DenverBroncos.com. Engram's availability for the Week 3 divisional tilt on the road against the Los Angeles Chargers is now firmly in question unless he can return to practice in some capacity on Friday. At best, the 31-year-old will probably be questionable for the weekend if he's able to practice on Friday. Lauded as potentially one of quarterback Bo Nix's favorite targets after Denver signed him in the offseason in free agency, Engram has been quiet through two games, catching four of six targets for 33 yards. He's shaping up as a fadeable TE2 this week now that he's dealing with an injury. If Engram is out, Adam Trautman would operate as Denver's TE1, although fantasy managers should be able to find better streaming options.
Sep 18, 2025 6:23 PM EST
Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram (back) was held out of Wednesday's practice session. Engram was dealing with a calf issue last week, but still managed to play in the Week 2 loss to the Indianapolis Colts. However, fantasy managers might not have noticed he played considering he only hauled in one catch for 12 yards during that contest. The veteran tight end has a total of four catches through the first two weeks. His decrease in usage should be more of a concern than this back injury. Fantasy managers should check back on Thursday and Friday for another update on his status. If he sits, Adam Trautman would see an increased role for the Week 3 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers. Engram should be rostered in most formats, but is tough to trust after two straight duds.
Sep 17, 2025 9:47 PM EST
Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram (calf) is expected to suit up for Week 2 against the Indianapolis Colts after leaving the opener with a calf contusion. Engram's usage before the injury was concerning, as he played just 44% of the snaps overall and was on the field for only 56% of Denver's passing plays. Adam Trautman, the more experienced blocker, was featured more heavily in Sean Payton's game plan. The much-hyped "Joker role" for Engram in Payton's offense appears overstated based on Week 1 usage. While the Colts were vulnerable to tight ends in 2024, allowing the fifth-most fantasy points to the position, Engram's limited playing time keeps him off the fantasy radar for now.
Sep 13, 2025 10:42 AM EST
Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram (calf) improved to a full participant in practice on Thursday after being limited on Wednesday, according to Aric DiLalla of DenverBroncos.com. Engram was injured in the Week 1 victory over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, but his return to a full practice on Thursday means he should be fine to play this Sunday on the road against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. Before leaving early against the Titans last weekend, the 31-year-old had a pretty quiet debut with Denver, catching three of his four targets for 21 yards and no touchdowns. If active in Week 2, Engram will hope to be more involved in the passing game for a Denver offense that was stuck in the mud for all four quarters against Tennessee. If Engram is cleared to suit up on Friday, fantasy managers should consider him more of a TE2 with upside as he looks to cement a bigger role with his new team.
Sep 11, 2025 6:21 PM EST
Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram (calf) was forced to make an early exit from Sunday's season opener against the Tennessee Titans. Engram was pulled out of the contest with a calf injury and didn't return. Now, Engram will open the week as a limited participant in practice on Wednesday. It doesn't sound like the injury is too serious, so the Broncos are probably just being extra cautious. Barring any setbacks, Engram should be out there versus the Indianapolis Colts in Week 2.
Sep 10, 2025 9:23 PM EST
Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram (calf) exited during the second half of Sunday's Week 1 contest against the Tennessee Titans. He is officially listed as questionable to return. At the time of his departure, Engram had caught three passes for 21 yards in his Broncos debut. This is a significant loss for Denver as Engram is the first alpha tight end they've had in quite some time. As a result, Engram's injury has a negative effect on the fantasy value of Bo Nix, though it could lead to more targets for someone like Courtland Sutton. Expect Adam Trautman to operate as the Broncos' No. 1 tight end until Engram can return to action.
Sep 7, 2025 7:17 PM EST
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