Broncos rookie WR Kolbe Katsis seeks spot as returner in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Rookie wide receiver Kolbe Katsis, wearing No. 81 for the Denver Broncos, aims to secure a role as a kick returner this summer. Katsis had a strong collegiate career at Pittsburg State and Northern Arizona, noted for his dual-threat capability as a wide receiver and return specialist. Despite going undrafted in 2026, he signed with the Broncos and caught the team's attention due to his skillset. The competition for a return role is notable as the Broncos' wide receiver lineup is deep, but he remains a possible candidate, especially if Marvin Mims takes on a larger role in the offense.
- •Kolbe Katsis aims to make the Broncos roster as a returner.
- •He had standout seasons at Pittsburg State and Northern Arizona.
- •Katsis caught 60 passes for 1,068 yards in 2025.
- •Broncos special teams coordinator Darren Rizzi is favorable towards Katsis.
- •Preseason games this summer will be pivotal for his chances.
- 12:02 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos roster: WR Kolbe Katsis (No. 81) aims to make noise as returner
"Kolbe Katsis could be a dark-horse candidate to return kicks for the Broncos in 2026.
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