WR Troy Franklin, DEN (2 Viewers)

[Bri]

Payton's love for lil Jordan has confused and frustrated Saints and now Broncos fans. I think he's mixed in here somehow.

Not sure which Broncos fans you're talking about but they must not be very well informed, because LJ Humphrey is an absolute monster after the catch.

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Really?
No one wanted Mims to play more last year?
No one was boasting of Mims and Franklin developing together this summer?

Mims and Franklin are developing together now.

Mims playing more last year wouldn't have made a lick of difference because Wilson couldn't get him the ball anyway

LJ Humphrey is the team's best blocking WR

Oh no no
You claimed to be unsure of which broncos fans said something that was widely commented for more than a year

 

[Stoneworker]

Payton's love for lil Jordan has confused and frustrated Saints and now Broncos fans. I think he's mixed in here somehow.

Not sure which Broncos fans you're talking about but they must not be very well informed, because LJ Humphrey is an absolute monster after the catch.

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Really?
No one wanted Mims to play more last year?
No one was boasting of Mims and Franklin developing together this summer?

Mims and Franklin are developing together now.

Mims playing more last year wouldn't have made a lick of difference because Wilson couldn't get him the ball anyway

LJ Humphrey is the team's best blocking WR

Oh no no
You claimed to be unsure of which broncos fans said something that was widely commented for more than a year

Um. No.

You made a blanket statement that Broncos fans were "confused and frustrated" why Payton loves LJ Humphrey.

I said was anyone who is "confused and frustrated" about why LJ Humphrey is getting playing time must be not very well informed. Then I listed multiple legit reasons why Payton likes him, including video proof of a skillset no other WR has.

I have no idea why you injected Mims into the conversation.

 

[ATB]

Anyone think Franklin could become Nix's go to in this offense? Sounds like Payton wants to increase the touches for their young guys at this point.

 

[barackdhouse]

Been just a skosh more involved each week. Like to see it.

 

[The Frankman]

Troy Franklin caught 5-of-6 targets for 50 yards in the Broncos’ Week 7 win over the Saints.

Fresh off his first NFL touchdown, Franklin posted new season highs in catches, yards and targets. This, on an evening where Courtland Sutton was not targeted. We wouldn’t read too much into that Sutton fact, but coach Sean Payton is clearly trying to get fourth-rounder Franklin more involved in the offense following his slow start. There is such limited upside in this run-first attack with a shaky rookie quarterback, but you could see Franklin coming into WR5 relevance in deeper leagues. The Panthers are a plus Week 8 matchup.
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Troy Franklin’s role expands: Franklin set a career-high in receiving yards, breaking the 31-yard mark he set for himself last week.

Over the last two weeks since Josh Reynolds landed on injured reserve, the Broncos have generally used Courtland Sutton, Franklin and Devaughn Vele on passing plays, while Sutton and Lil’Jordan Humphrey are used on run plays.

During those two weeks, Franklin has led the team in targets (nine) and receptions (seven). Thursday night, he caught five receptions for 50 yards, leading the Broncos. While Sutton has constantly been on the field, he wasn’t targeted at all in this game. Franklin was the sixth-wide receiver on our big board between Brian Thomas Jr. and Ladd McConkey and now, he’s playing the number of snaps needed to be a fantasy starter. He’s worth a waiver-wire target because there’s a chance he will lead the Broncos in targets over the rest of the season.

 

[Faust]

Zac Stevens
Sean Payton said Troy Franklin has made many plays during OTAs: “There have been a number of explosive plates. He can RUN”

https://x.com/zacstevensdnvr/status/1930691919803249139?s=61

 

[eighsse2]

Zac Stevens
Sean Payton said Troy Franklin has made many plays during OTAs: “There have been a number of explosive plates. He can RUN”

https://x.com/zacstevensdnvr/status/1930691919803249139?s=61

Plates?

 

[FantasyGuru24]

Zac Stevens
Sean Payton said Troy Franklin has made many plays during OTAs: “There have been a number of explosive plates. He can RUN”

https://x.com/zacstevensdnvr/status/1930691919803249139?s=61

Plates?

Cups too ..

 

[Soulfly3]

Would love Troy to break out this season. Really liked him out of college, and last year was horrid.

 

[efactor]

Would love Troy to break out this season. Really liked him out of college, and last year was horrid.

It was but not really unexpected. Word was he was really raw as far as route running and wouldn’t be much of a factor his rookie season. I moved up to grab him when he fell into the 3rd round of my 16 teamer with zero expectations for 2024. Wouldn’t be shocked to see him move ahead of Mims and take over the #2 WR slot. That said, with them adding Engram and Harvey, not sure how valuable the #2 WR will be in Denver this year.

 

[King of the Jungle]

Would love Troy to break out this season. Really liked him out of college, and last year was horrid.

It was but not really unexpected. Word was he was really raw as far as route running and wouldn’t be much of a factor his rookie season. I moved up to grab him when he fell into the 3rd round of my 16 teamer with zero expectations for 2024. Wouldn’t be shocked to see him move ahead of Mims and take over the #2 WR slot. That said, with them adding Engram and Harvey, not sure how valuable the #2 WR will be in Denver this year.

One of the messier rooms in the league, no idea who will rise and fall there. Vele getting good reviews and added Bryant in the draft on top of it.

 

[massraider]

Wouldn’t be shocked to see him move ahead of Mims and take over the #2 WR slot

I sure hope so. Mainly because I said this last year in these forums:

I like Troy Franklin as much as BTJ

 

[Faust]

Andrew Mason
In his second season, Broncos WR Troy Franklin has put on some extra weight -- "five pounds," Sean Payton estimates -- and that, plus "greater awareness" and repetition helped him play faster and make progress during offseason work "He's had a good spring," Payton said.

https://x.com/masedenver/status/1933455591751507995?s=61

 

[Faust]

Henry Chisholm
Bo Nix said he thinks Troy Franklin is playing faster this year. Said his “natural gift” is getting open. Rookies have to learn new system, new techniques, new ideas from new coaches. Now he’s getting back to just getting open.

“I’m getting more ‘Hey, I’m open. Throw me the ball,’ from him.”

“That’s usually a good thing from guys who don’t usually do that.”

“The transition from 11 to 16 is good for him. He looks better.”

https://x.com/henrychisholm/status/1949180155517149628?s=61

 

[travdogg]

Possibly my favorite end of draft sleeper. There's a lot of room for someone to step up in the Denver offense, and ideally its someone with big play ability.

 

[EWV1]

Possibly my favorite end of draft sleeper. There's a lot of room for someone to step up in the Denver offense, and ideally its someone with big play ability.

So draft him and Mims Jr to lock up the (dynamic) Broncos WR2?

 

[JohnnyU]

The thing with Franklin is you never know if it will ever click.

 

[efactor]

The thing with Franklin is you never know if it will ever click.

Well, to be fair, you can say that about virtually every 2nd year receiver drafted in the 4th round.

I like him as an end of roster stash who is virtually free right now. Going in, it was pretty obvious he had a lot to learn so didn't expect much his rookie season anyway. Also like the fact he played with Nix at Oregon. Ultimately, that may not matter, but it also can't hurt.

 

[Stinkin Ref]

Possibly my favorite end of draft sleeper. There's a lot of room for someone to step up in the Denver offense, and ideally its someone with big play ability.

So draft him and Mims Jr to lock up the (dynamic) Broncos WR2?

I wouldn't count out Vele as WR2.....and the rookie may see some action.....chasing points at DEN WR2 might be tough...

 

[menobrown]

Every WR in this offense other then Sutton is a Best Ball only guy.

 

[bolldpt]

Possibly my favorite end of draft sleeper. There's a lot of room for someone to step up in the Denver offense, and ideally its someone with big play ability.

So draft him and Mims Jr to lock up the (dynamic) Broncos WR2?

I wouldn't count out Vele as WR2.....and the rookie may see some action.....chasing points at DEN WR2 might be tough...

This is my pick as the 2 in that offense. Another year to bulk up and be familiar with the system.

 

[Faust]

Andrew Mason
GREAT one-on-one period for Troy Franklin. TD deep past Barron, beat tight coverage, over the shoulder grab. Later had a catch despite having his jersey grabbed. Another standout was Abrams-Draine, who read Mims’ cut well & stayed with him tightly downfield. Good stuff

https://x.com/masedenver/status/1950605837443195370?s=61

 

[Faust]

Luca Evans
Bo Nix dealing in red-zone 7-on. Perfectly-placed slant to Devaughn Vele and later hits Troy Franklin in back corner of end zone.

Franklin making lots of plays in 7-on regardless of QB

https://x.com/bylucaevans/status/1952780810471223580?s=61

 

[Faust]

Zac Stevens
Troy Franklin arguably had his best day of camp today… and he’s had a fantastic camp.

Multiple touchdowns throughout the day (including 7on7) and made the play of the day as he dove to catch a 25-yard pass from Bo Nix during the final move-the-ball period.

Really impressive day.

https://x.com/zacstevensdnvr/status/1952797196262490173?s=61

 

[bluemanfoo]

Possibly my favorite end of draft sleeper. There's a lot of room for someone to step up in the Denver offense, and ideally its someone with big play ability.

So draft him and Mims Jr to lock up the (dynamic) Broncos WR2?

I wouldn't count out Vele as WR2.....and the rookie may see some action.....chasing points at DEN WR2 might be tough...

A legitimate case can be made for Mims, Bryant, Vele, or Franklin as the Broncos' second receiver. Because of the higher cost, I'm out on Mims. I've been grabbing Bryant everywhere I can, because his game does totally look like Michael Thomas's. And I just have fond memories of stashing Thomas in my last bench spot his rookie year, and riding his WR7 finish to the championship in my main money league.

 

[Faust]

Underdog NFL
Troy Franklin in 1st half:

4 targets
3 catches
60 yards
2 TDs

https://x.com/underdognfl/status/1956913446102134979?s=61

 

[wgoldsph]

Underdog NFL
Troy Franklin in 1st half:

4 targets
3 catches
60 yards
2 TDs

https://x.com/underdognfl/status/1956913446102134979?s=61

Tell me that was a backup at qb, because that was a duck and a half

 

[Faust]

Cody Roark
Troy Franklin is a different player this year, man. You can see the confidence.

Two TDs tonight and high points it over a DB.

https://x.com/codyroarknfl/status/1956913145575813464?s=61

Aric
My goodness, Troy Franklin.

If he's has added contested catches — like that back-shoulder TD grab just now — to his repertoire to go along with his speed, he's going to be a big-time problem for opposing defenses.

https://x.com/aricdilalla/status/1956913494344741153?s=61

 

[King of the Jungle]

Intrigued…but like a lot of these DEN WRs….not sure if there is enough target share to consistently produce FF points…

 

[Lansdowne]

Intrigued…but like a lot of these DEN WRs….not sure if there is enough target share to consistently produce FF points…

Yup, he looks good in preseason against second and third string defenders (Will Johnson and Akeem Davis-Gaither were the only projected starters on defense who played). But when the games count, Courtland Sutton and Evan Engram will command the lion’s share of targets, then you have RJ Harvey depending on his usage, and then it’s a revolving door between Marvin Mims, Devaughn Vele, Troy Franklin and Pat Bryant. I think it would take injuries to one or both of Sutton/Engram for that next group to have a chance of being consistently startable in fantasy. Franklin was an analytics darling prior to the 2024 Combine and has rapport with Nix from Oregon, so he’s worth keeping an eye on. But skeptic the opportunity will come without injuries to the guys ahead of him.

 

[Faust]

Broncos HC Sean Payton on Troy Franklin making Year 2 jump: 'It's happening, and I'm excited'

 

[King of the Jungle]

One less in the room..who benefits….Franklin/Mims/Bryant?

 

[socrates]

One less in the room..who benefits….Franklin/Mims/Bryant?

Yes

 

[Faust]

Denver Broncos trade away wide receiver, opening door for Troy Franklin's 2025 breakout

 

[Jppaul]

One less in the room..who benefits….Franklin/Mims/Bryant?

Vele backed up Sutton, Franklin backs up Mims, so Bryant benefits.

 

[EWV1]

One less in the room..who benefits….Franklin/Mims/Bryant?

Vele backed up Sutton, Franklin backs up Mims, so Bryant benefits.

It is hard to say if Mims is ahead of Franklin. It seems like they are trying to expand Mims's route tree but it also seems like Franklin might (already has?) passed him for the team WR2. I like both and was in on Mims but now leaning Franklin.

 

[barackdhouse]

One less in the room..who benefits….Franklin/Mims/Bryant?

Engram

 

[LawFitz]

One less in the room..who benefits….Franklin/Mims/Bryant?

Vele backed up Sutton, Franklin backs up Mims, so Bryant benefits.

It is hard to say if Mims is ahead of Franklin. It seems like they are trying to expand Mims's route tree but it also seems like Franklin might (already has?) passed him for the team WR2. I like both and was in on Mims but now leaning Franklin.

Mims is a huge breakout candidate along multiple metrics IMO. After recently drafting him, I am biased, so discount away, but he's 3rd yr, came into the league hyped, had a mini WR breakout to end last year after going all-pro as a returner in his rookie year, has a legit offensive HC, and a breakout QB; he is now a starter, and his main competition is a low-end wannabe WR1, not a true alpha. He's a mighty mite, but mighty deserves emphasis with Mims! Maybe. Time will tell...

 

[EWV1]

One less in the room..who benefits….Franklin/Mims/Bryant?

Vele backed up Sutton, Franklin backs up Mims, so Bryant benefits.

It is hard to say if Mims is ahead of Franklin. It seems like they are trying to expand Mims's route tree but it also seems like Franklin might (already has?) passed him for the team WR2. I like both and was in on Mims but now leaning Franklin.

Mims is a huge breakout candidate along multiple metrics IMO. After recently drafting him, I am biased, so discount away, but he's 3rd yr, came into the league hyped, had a mini WR breakout to end last year after going all-pro as a returner in his rookie year, has a legit offensive HC, and a breakout QB; he is now a starter, and his main competition is a low-end wannabe WR1, not a true alpha. He's a mighty mite, but mighty deserves emphasis with Mims! Maybe. Time will tell...

I agree but we will see if the snap % goes up enough for Mims to be the WR2 on the team. Maybe he gets there with production on fewer snaps, like his run last year. I'm a big fan but I am questioning if we really know the situation.

 

[mrfrood]

Mims got hurt in practice today. Bump Finley....I mean Franklin?

 

[FantasyGuru24]

Mims got hurt in practice today. Bump Finley....I mean Franklin?

Maybe, but these two receivers work together as well. The bigger move was shipping out Vele, and now the slot is open. But, for who though: Engram, Mims, Franklin, or Bryant?

 

[Faust]

Zac Stevens
Troy Franklin on the difference between this year and last year: “My confidence is up”

https://x.com/zacstevensdnvr/status/1960820226012143993?s=61

 

[King of the Jungle]

Listed as a starter on initial depth chart. I am sure there will a rotation, but like his chances of making a nice leap this year in production. Costs almost nothing still.

 

[FantasyGuru24]

Listed as a starter on initial depth chart. I am sure there will a rotation, but like his chances of making a nice leap this year in production. Costs almost nothing still.

Starter over Mims?

 

[King of the Jungle]

Listed as a starter on initial depth chart. I am sure there will a rotation, but like his chances of making a nice leap this year in production. Costs almost nothing still.

Starter over Mims?

Offense​

• QB: Bo Nix, Jarrett Stidham
• RB: J.K. Dobbins, RJ Harvey, Jaleel McLaughlin, Tyler Badie
• WR: Troy Franklin
• LWR: Courtland Sutton, Pat Bryant
• RWR: Marvin Mims, Trent Sherfield

 

[Stoneworker]

Listed as a starter on initial depth chart. I am sure there will a rotation, but like his chances of making a nice leap this year in production. Costs almost nothing still.

Starter over Mims?

Offense​

• QB: Bo Nix, Jarrett Stidham
• RB: J.K. Dobbins, RJ Harvey, Jaleel McLaughlin, Tyler Badie
• WR: Troy Franklin
• LWR: Courtland Sutton, Pat Bryant
• RWR: Marvin Mims, Trent Sherfield

Franklin is only listed as a "starter" on depth charts that choose to show three WR's and therefore list an extra slot guy (Franklin).

Depth charts that list two WR's have Sutton WR1 and Mims WR2. The ones below are reputable Broncos sources that "come straight from the team."

Wide receiver (5)​

• WR1: Courtland Sutton, Pat Bryant
• WR2: Marvin Mims, Troy Franklin, Trent Sherfield

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[King of the Jungle]

Listed as a starter on initial depth chart. I am sure there will a rotation, but like his chances of making a nice leap this year in production. Costs almost nothing still.

Starter over Mims?

Offense​

• QB: Bo Nix, Jarrett Stidham
• RB: J.K. Dobbins, RJ Harvey, Jaleel McLaughlin, Tyler Badie
• WR: Troy Franklin
• LWR: Courtland Sutton, Pat Bryant
• RWR: Marvin Mims, Trent Sherfield

Franklin is only listed as a "starter" on depth charts that choose to show three WR's and therefore list an extra slot guy (Franklin).

Depth charts that list two WR's have Sutton WR1 and Mims WR2. The ones below are reputable Broncos sources that "come straight from the team."

Wide receiver (5)​

• WR1: Courtland Sutton, Pat Bryant
• WR2: Marvin Mims, Troy Franklin, Trent Sherfield

Broncos release updated depth chart for Week 1 of 2025 NFL season

The Broncos have released their updated depth chart for Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season.

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Makes sense, still think he is in for a good year. Payton mentioned he plays two spots, so I imagine there will be a good amount of rotation.

 

[Stoneworker]

Listed as a starter on initial depth chart. I am sure there will a rotation, but like his chances of making a nice leap this year in production. Costs almost nothing still.

Starter over Mims?

Offense​

• QB: Bo Nix, Jarrett Stidham
• RB: J.K. Dobbins, RJ Harvey, Jaleel McLaughlin, Tyler Badie
• WR: Troy Franklin
• LWR: Courtland Sutton, Pat Bryant
• RWR: Marvin Mims, Trent Sherfield

Franklin is only listed as a "starter" on depth charts that choose to show three WR's and therefore list an extra slot guy (Franklin).

Depth charts that list two WR's have Sutton WR1 and Mims WR2. The ones below are reputable Broncos sources that "come straight from the team."

Wide receiver (5)​

• WR1: Courtland Sutton, Pat Bryant
• WR2: Marvin Mims, Troy Franklin, Trent Sherfield

Broncos release updated depth chart for Week 1 of 2025 NFL season

The Broncos have released their updated depth chart for Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season.

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Broncos announce official week 1 depth chart

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Makes sense, still think he is in for a good year. Payton mentioned he plays two spots, so I imagine there will be a good amount of rotation.

Oh yes. I agree on all counts.

One concern for Franklin might be potential difficulty with press coverage. He had a lot of trouble last year and really didn't face it much in preseason where he pretty much roamed free.

But if he can deal with that and maintain his new-found confidence he could have a major breakout this year.

 

[King of the Jungle]

Listed as a starter on initial depth chart. I am sure there will a rotation, but like his chances of making a nice leap this year in production. Costs almost nothing still.

Starter over Mims?

Offense​

• QB: Bo Nix, Jarrett Stidham
• RB: J.K. Dobbins, RJ Harvey, Jaleel McLaughlin, Tyler Badie
• WR: Troy Franklin
• LWR: Courtland Sutton, Pat Bryant
• RWR: Marvin Mims, Trent Sherfield

Franklin is only listed as a "starter" on depth charts that choose to show three WR's and therefore list an extra slot guy (Franklin).

Depth charts that list two WR's have Sutton WR1 and Mims WR2. The ones below are reputable Broncos sources that "come straight from the team."

Wide receiver (5)​

• WR1: Courtland Sutton, Pat Bryant
• WR2: Marvin Mims, Troy Franklin, Trent Sherfield

Broncos release updated depth chart for Week 1 of 2025 NFL season

The Broncos have released their updated depth chart for Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season.

broncoswire.usatoday.com

Broncos announce official week 1 depth chart

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Makes sense, still think he is in for a good year. Payton mentioned he plays two spots, so I imagine there will be a good amount of rotation.

Oh yes. I agree on all counts.

One concern for Franklin might be potential difficulty with press coverage. He had a lot of trouble last year and really didn't face it much in preseason where he pretty much roamed free.

But if he can deal with that and maintain his new-found confidence he could have a major breakout this year.

Press is a concern, but I think Payton is pretty good at scheming to the strengths of his players so I am not overly concerned. Franklin did put on a little weight this off-season so hopefully that along with his release improvements will help combat the issue.

 

[panhead55]

I don't know how much this comes into play, but Nix and Franklin had a U of Oregon connection. If Franklin has made strides as mentioned, Nix may very well favor Franklin over Mims, from past history.