Denver Broncos acquire Jaylen Waddle to boost offense for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 12:00 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The Denver Broncos have traded for wide receiver Jaylen Waddle to enhance their offense for the upcoming 2026 season. The team retained most players from a successful 2025 season, despite a disappointing loss in the AFC Championship due to quarterback Bo Nix's injury. Nix, who is recovering from ankle surgery, led the league in pass attempts last season, but saw varied performance. Waddle's addition aims to unlock further potential in Nix, who is expected to be ready for training camp. Waddle enters after a steady season with 64 receptions and six touchdowns.
- •Denver trades for Jaylen Waddle ahead of the 2026 season.
- •Bo Nix's injury hampered the Broncos' playoff run in 2025.
- •Nix led the NFL in pass attempts with 612 last season.
- •Waddle recorded 64 catches for 910 yards in the last season.
- •Nix's recovery is on track for training camp.
- 12:00 AMYahoo Sports — Broncos' Addition Of Jaylen Waddle Should Elevate Bo Nix, Offense In 2026
"The Denver Broncos didn't feel the need to make a lot of roster changes after a successful season that was lost because of Bo Nix's injury.
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