Pat Bryant

Denver Broncos
Wide Receiver
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Stash Pat Bryant Before Denver Hosts Las Vegas

Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant started alongside Courtland Sutton and Jaylen Waddle in his first game back from an ankle injury. Denver activated Bryant from injured reserve after he practiced fully three straight days before Week 9. He caught four of five targets for a team-high 56 yards in the win over the Carolina Panthers. Waddle left with a concussion in the first half. Bryant played 51 offensive snaps to Troy Franklin's 41, and each drew three targets after halftime. Bryant is worth carrying through Denver's Week 10 bye in 12-team PPR formats with three starting receivers. Yahoo lists him at four percent rostered. If Waddle sits in Week 11, Bryant is a flex option in those leagues against the Las Vegas Raiders. Bryant drew six targets in the opener with Waddle in the lineup and six total over his next three games before the injury. Against Carolina, Bo Nix went to Bryant on third-and-five in both halves, finding him for 12 yards in the second quarter and a 26-yard touchdown in the fourth.

Nov 14, 2026 10:16 AM EST

Pat Bryant an Immediate Fantasy Weapon with Teammate Injured?

Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant handled substantial volume in Week 9, and he should continue to occupy a prominent role in Week 11 (after the team's bye week) if Jaylen Waddle (concussion) ends up missing time. Bryant finished last week with four catches, 56 yards, and one touchdown on a 68% snap share, operating as the team's No. 2 receiver behind Courtland Sutton. Bryant's return from injured reserve came at a perfect time, as he immediately contributed on offense following his activation Saturday. The Broncos' passing game showed some signs of struggle early in the season, but they have been operating at a much higher level lately. As mentioned, the Broncos are on a bye in Week 10, leaving extra time for Waddle to recover and clear concussion protocol. However, if Waddle is still sidelined when Denver returns to action in Week 11, Bryant should have legitimate WR3 value. He's still an intriguing waiver wire target and stash even if Waddle does play in Week 11.

Nov 9, 2026 6:42 PM EST

Pat Bryant Makes Some Noise During Return

Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant made his return to the field during Sunday's Week 9 matchup against the Carolina Panthers. Bryant returned on Sunday after being sidelined since suffering a sprained right ankle in Week 4. It was unclear what kind of role he was going to have during his first game back, but Bryant was able to post a strong performance on Sunday. He hauled in four of his five targets for 56 yards and a touchdown in the win. His increased involvement was likely due to the fact that Jaylen Waddle (concussion) was knocked out of this game early on. The Broncos are heading into a bye in Week 10, but Bryant could be someone worth stashing in deep leagues ahead of the Week 11 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Nov 8, 2026 1:40 PM EST

Pat Bryant Active Against Panthers in Return From Ankle Injury

Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant (ankle) is active for Sunday's Week 9 game against the Carolina Panthers, according to Zac Stevens. Bryant practiced in full Wednesday through Friday, and Denver listed him as questionable on its final injury report. The Broncos activated him from injured reserve Saturday. Bryant caught nine passes for 133 yards and a touchdown in four games before injuring his ankle against San Francisco in Week 4. Troy Franklin started against Kansas City last week and drew two targets on 44 offensive snaps. Lil'Jordan Humphrey, whom Denver promoted from the practice squad when Bryant went on injured reserve, is inactive against Carolina.

Nov 8, 2026 6:50 AM EST

Pat Bryant Activated From Injured Reserve, Will Play in Week 9

Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant (ankle) has been activated from injured reserve. He remains listed as questionable for Sunday's Week 9 contest against the Carolina Panthers, but Zac Stevens of DNVR Sports reports that Bryant will play this weekend. The 23-year-old played in the first four games this season and has been sidelined since Week 5. He had nine catches for 133 yards and one touchdown across the four games in which he played. The second-year receiver may have a tough time finding a path to meaningful production upon his return. At best, he'll be the No. 3 receiver behind Jaylen Waddle and Courtland Sutton, who have been underwhelming in their own regard this year. However, Bryant could also end up operating behind Troy Franklin, at least for a short amount of time. Bryant isn't worth rostering in fantasy leagues with 14 or fewer teams.

Nov 7, 2026 1:43 PM EST

Pat Bryant Expected to Return Against Panthers in Week 9

Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant (ankle) is expected to play Sunday's Week 9 matchup against the Carolina Panthers after practicing in full Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, according to Zac Stevens. Although Bryant remains officially questionable, head coach Sean Payton indicated Friday that the second-year receiver has practiced well enough to be activated from injured reserve. Bryant has missed four consecutive games since suffering his ankle injury against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 4. He caught nine of 12 targets for 133 yards and a touchdown across his first four appearances, playing 70% of Denver's offensive snaps in Week 3. His return could affect Troy Franklin's workload after Franklin played 44 offensive snaps in Week 8. With Jaylen Waddle and Courtland Sutton handling the primary receiving duties, Bryant remains a deeper-league stash rather than a dependable Week 9 fantasy starter.

Nov 6, 2026 1:43 PM EST

Pat Bryant Practices Fully After IR Return Designation

Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant (ankle) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice after being designated to return from injured reserve. Bryant suffered the injury against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 4 and has missed Denver's last four games. The second-year receiver caught nine passes for 133 yards and a touchdown before going on IR, having played 70% of the team's offensive snaps in Week 3. His full participation is encouraging ahead of Sunday's Week 9 matchup against the Carolina Panthers, although Denver must activate him to the 53-man roster before he can play. Troy Franklin has taken on a larger role during Bryant's absence, playing 44 offensive snaps in Week 8. Bryant's potential return could affect Franklin's workload, but the rotation behind Courtland Sutton and Jaylen Waddle remains uncertain. That competition makes Bryant a deeper-league fantasy stash rather than an immediate starting option.

Nov 4, 2026 1:41 PM EST

Pat Bryant Trending Toward Practicing This Week

Indications point to Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant (ankle) returning to practice this week after missing the required four games while on Injured Reserve, according to Chris Tomasson of the Denver Gazette. Bryant has been sidelined since suffering an ankle injury on Oct. 4 in the loss on the road to the San Francisco 49ers in Week 4, but if he returns to practice this week and looks good, he could be officially activated and return this Sunday to face the Carolina Panthers. Before getting hurt, the 23-year-old former third-rounder from Illinois caught nine of his 12 targets for 133 yards (14.8 yards per reception) and one touchdown in the first four games of his sophomore season in the NFL. Considering Jaylen Waddle's and Courtland Sutton's struggles in the passing game so far in 2026, Bryant is absolutely worth a flier off the waiver wire for fantasy managers seeking additional depth and upside at the position going into Week 9. Bryant is widely available and is only rostered in 3% of Yahoo leagues with a strong upcoming matchup against Carolina's defense.

Nov 3, 2026 2:10 PM EST

Pat Bryant an Important Stash as He Nears a Return

Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant (ankle) last played in the team's Week 4 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, exiting that game with an ankle injury that landed him on Injured Reserve, but he will be eligible to return following Denver's Week 8 divisional matchup with the Chiefs. With teammate Jaylen Waddle (chest) aggravating an existing injury in a Week 7 win over the Cardinals, Bryant becomes an even more important stash and a priority pickup wherever he's shaken loose. The second-year player had topped 40 receiving yards in three of his first four outings of 2026 and could see an expanded role if Waddle's injury lingers. With the Broncos scheduled for a Week 10 bye, they could opt to slow-play Bryant's return, but fantasy managers who can afford to wait should look to make room for the talented young playmaker.

Oct 28, 2026 9:15 AM EST

Pat Bryant Needs More Targets

Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant has been a reliable option for the Broncos' passing game this season. Bryant is averaging 14.8 yards per reception, the 27th-best mark in the NFL among qualified receivers, and has hauled in all but three of his 12 targets. However, he has lacked adequate opportunity, averaging just three targets per game over the first four weeks of the year, and just two targets over his last three games. For Bryant to crack RotoBaller's rankings, he will need to see more balls thrown his way, but that might be tough this week as he goes up against a Los Angeles Chargers pass defense that has performed well in recent weeks.

Oct 10, 2026 6:56 AM EST

Pat Bryant to Miss at Least Four Games on Injured Reserve

The Denver Broncos are placing wide receiver Pat Bryant (ankle) on injured reserve, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Bryant was carted off after a 30-yard catch in Sunday's loss to San Francisco, finishing with three receptions for 47 yards. The move is somewhat surprising after head coach Sean Payton said Wednesday he didn't think Bryant would need to go on IR, although he didn't rule it out. The second-year receiver had been earning more playing time, handling 70% of Denver's offensive snaps in Week 3 and catching nine passes for 133 yards and a touchdown through four games. Troy Franklin and Marvin Mims Jr. could see more work behind Courtland Sutton and Jaylen Waddle while Bryant is sidelined. November 8 against Carolina is the first game Bryant would be eligible to play, not a guaranteed return date. He's difficult to hold in most redraft leagues with at least four games on the sidelines.

Oct 9, 2026 12:05 PM EST

Pat Bryant Could Avoid the Injured Reserve

Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant (ankle) may avoid the injured reserve after the ankle injury he sustained in the 24-14 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Bryant had his ankle trapped beneath him and was carted off the field, prompting reports that he would be placed on the IR. However, both Bryant and star cornerback Pat Surtain might avoid the list despite reports that they would miss the next four weeks. To start his second season, Bryant has hauled in nine of 12 targets for 133 yards and a touchdown, while adding 16 rushing yards on one carry. While he's expected to miss multiple weeks, if Bryant stays off the injured reserve, that would be good news for his fantasy outlook this season, though he should only be rostered in deeper leagues.

Oct 9, 2026 5:20 AM EST

Pat Bryant Expected to Miss "A Few Weeks" With Ankle Sprain

Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant (ankle) suffered a sprained ankle in Sunday's Week 4 loss to the San Francisco 49ers and is now expected to miss "a few weeks," a source told Adam Schefter of ESPN. Bryant hurt his ankle near the end of the second half and had to be carted to the locker room at Levi's Stadium. Before leaving the game, Bryant caught all three of his targets for a season-high 47 yards, but he failed to find the end zone after scoring in last week's win over the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday Night Football. With Bryant set to miss some time now, both Marvin Mims Jr. and Troy Franklin will be in line for more passing-game work behind starters Jaylen Waddle and Courtland Sutton. Bryant's 47 receiving yards on Sunday were second only to running back RJ Harvey, who caught all 10 of his targets for 68 yards. Mims only had one reception for a 10-yard pickup, while Franklin was not targeted at all against the Niners. In four games so far in his second NFL season in Denver, Bryant has caught nine of his 12 targets for 133 yards and one touchdown.

Oct 5, 2026 8:18 AM EST

Pat Bryant Catches Three Passes, But Was Carted to Locker Room In Loss to 49ers

Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant (ankle) was carted to the locker room during a 24-14 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in Week 4, according Zac Stevens of DNVR Broncos. Stevens later reported that Bryant was designated as questionable to return. He suffered the injury in the third quarter. Bryant finished the day with three receptions (on three targets) for 47 yards, including a 30-yard catch. Bryant's status moving forward is unclear, but receiving the questionable tag instead of being ruled out may provide some room for optimism. If Bryant misses time, quarterback Bo Nix and the Broncos will rely on wide receivers Jaylen Waddle, Courtland Sutton, Marvin Mims Jr., tight end Evan Engram, and their running backs in the passing game.

Oct 4, 2026 3:57 PM EST

Pat Bryant Hopes to Continue His Momentum in Week 4 vs. 49ers

Denver Broncos wideout Pat Bryant is coming off his best fantasy performance in 2026. The 23-year-old caught both his targets for 44 yards and landed in the end zone for 14.4 PPR points. However, Bryant has fallen victim to an inconsistent, shaky start by the Broncos' passing game and is teetering on being flex-viable in deeper leagues. As a result, Bryant enters Week 4 as RotoBaller's PPR WR55 against a stout San Francisco 49ers defense. The 49ers defense has allowed the second-fewest touchdowns (3) and the 10th-fewest receiving yards this season. Bryant can be plugged into lineups as a desperation flex option in deep leagues for Week 4. He could become a reliable fantasy option for managers if the Broncos' passing offense becomes more consistent.

Oct 3, 2026 2:54 PM EST

Pat Bryant a Deeper-League Stash for Week 4

Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant is worth a look in deeper leagues after making two big plays in Sunday night's 30-26 win over the Los Angeles Rams. Bryant caught both of his targets for 44 yards and his first touchdown of the season, then added a two-point conversion later in the second half. His 39-yard catch also helped Denver move into Rams territory on the final go-ahead drive. The production was useful, but the volume is still the concern. Bryant has only six receptions for 86 yards through three games, and he was not heavily targeted Sunday. RotoBaller's overall Week 4 waiver rankings place him at No. 40 and recommend him for 14-team leagues. That makes Bryant more of a deeper-league stash than a priority claim in standard 10- or 12-team formats right now, with room for the role to grow if his involvement increases.

Sep 28, 2026 11:16 AM EST

Pat Bryant Hard to Trust as a Starting Option in Week 3

Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant impressed in his team's season-opening loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, recording four catches for 42 yards on six targets. However, the second-year wideout's production dried up in Week 2, as he saw just one target and failed to record a catch against the Jacksonville Jaguars. In Week 3, Bryant and the Broncos will take on the Los Angeles Rams. The Rams have been very difficult to throw on so far this season, allowing the third-fewest yards per pass attempt (5.1) in the NFL. Perhaps most importantly for Bryant's fantasy outlook, he remains behind veteran Broncos wideouts Jaylen Waddle and Courtland Sutton on the team's depth chart at the position. As long as those two remain healthy, Bryant is a risky bet for consistent fantasy production. In Week 3 against the Rams, Bryant profiles as a deep-league flex option at best.

Sep 26, 2026 5:30 AM EST

Pat Bryant Still Worth a Roster Spot Despite a Disappointing Week 2 Performance

A quiet performance in Sunday's win over the Jaguars could have Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant hitting waivers this week, but despite his one-target, zero-catch outing, the second-year player is still worth a roster spot in deeper leagues. Bryant saw the second-highest snap share of all Broncos wide receivers and was on the field for 76.5% of the team's passing plays. He has been moved across the formation through the first two weeks of the season, and while Sunday's game plan benefited offseason acquisition Jaylen Waddle, Bryant still has the second-most receiving yards of all Broncos receivers and should see more involvement moving forward. He is RotoBaller's WR65 ahead of a tough Sunday night matchup with the Rams.

Sep 22, 2026 9:15 AM EST

Pat Bryant Coming Off Encouraging Week 1

While the Broncos' top wide receivers, Jaylen Waddle and Courtland Sutton, struggled to get going during last week's loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, Pat Bryant's performance was encouraging. The 2025 third-round pick was targeted six times and came away with four receptions for 42 yards in Week 1. While he faces a challenging matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars' secondary in Week 2, Bryant may be a consideration for fantasy managers down the road. The second-year pro finished his rookie year with 31 receptions for 378 yards, and he is on pace to exceed those marks after a productive first game of the season. Bryant is RotoBaller's 63rd-ranked wide receiver this week, but he is a sneaky riser candidate moving forward.

Sep 18, 2026 5:59 PM EST

Pat Bryant Shows Potential Upside in Week 1 Loss

Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant led the team in targets against the Chiefs and finished with four catches for 42 yards during Monday Night Football of Week 1. Bryant played 59% of snaps, serving as the team's third receiver behind Jaylen Waddle and Courtland Sutton. His six targets were the most on the team, though, which indicates he could be ready to deliver on all the preseason hype he got as a fantasy sleeper. The Broncos' passing game looked out of sorts in their road loss on Monday, with Bo Nix only managing 131 passing yards. If Nix and the rest of Denver's offense get back on track next week at home against the Jaguars, Bryant could quickly become a wide receiver with enough upside to be a good fantasy addition. He is a good stash for deep leagues at this point, and someone to definitely keep an eye on in all formats as the Broncos find their rhythm.

Sep 15, 2026 6:00 AM EST