Fantasy Player Profile Troy Franklin
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Takes leap in sophomore campaign
Franklin (hamstring) ended the 2025 regular season with 65 receptions (on 104 targets) for 709 yards and six touchdowns, adding five rushes for 12 yards across 17 games. He also lost one fumble.
Analysis: Franklin became a much bigger part of the Broncos offense in his second season, and his continued development and existing chemistry with quarterback Bo Nix led to more usage in Denver's passing attack in 2025. Before suffering a hamstring injury in the divisional-round win over the Bills this postseason, the 23-year-old wideout was one of Nix's most reliable targets behind No. 1 receiver Courtland Sutton. Of all Broncos pass catchers, Franklin finished second behind Sutton in catches, targets,…read more
Published: Sun, Feb 8 at 10:18am by Rotowire.com
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Not suiting up for AFC Championship
Franklin (hamstring) is inactive Sunday for the Broncos' AFC Championship Game against the Patriots, Aric DiLalla of Denver's official site reports.
Analysis: Franklin was a limited practice participant throughout the week and was deemed questionable heading into Sunday, but the wideout will ultimately be forced to the sideline for the first time all season while he recovers from the hamstring injury he sustained in the divisional-round win over the Bills. With Franklin sitting out, the Broncos should have more reps open at receiver for Pat Bryant, Marvin Mims and Lil'Jordan Humphrey behind No. 1 wideout Courtland Sutton.
Published: Sun, Jan 25 at 10:32am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable to face New England
Franklin (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Patriots.
Analysis: Franklin, who was limited to 13 snaps in this past Saturday's divisional-round win over the Bills, was able to practice in a limited fashion this week, but his status for the AFC Championship Game won't be confirmed until the Broncos' inactives are posted ahead of the team's 3:00 p.m. ET kickoff. If Franklin ends up limited or out this weekend, added WR snaps alongside Courtland Sutton would be available for Pat Bryant, Marvin Mims and Lil'Jordan Humphrey.
Published: Fri, Jan 23 at 2:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Stays limited Thursday
Franklin (hamstring) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Franklin maintained his activity level from Wednesday, while fellow WR Pat Bryant (concussion) upgraded from limited to full. Both players made early departures from this past Saturday's divisional-round win against the Bills, but Franklin himself has just one more chance to prove his health before Denver potentially tags him with a designation ahead of Sunday's AFC Championship Game versus the Patriots.
Published: Thu, Jan 22 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited Wednesday
Franklin (hamstring) was limited at Wednesday's practice, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Both Franklin and fellow WR Pat Bryant (concussion) made early departures from this past Saturday's divisional-round win against the Bills, but both players were able to handle some drills to begin prep for the AFC Championship Game. Franklin will have two more chances to prove the health of his hamstring this week before the Broncos potentially tag him with a designation for Sunday's contest against the Patriots.
Published: Wed, Jan 21 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't return Saturday
Franklin (hamstring) won't return to Saturday's divisional-round game against the Bills, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: The Broncos now have lost two wide receivers to injury in their playoff opener, the other being Pat Bryant (concussion). Courtland Sutton, Marvin Mims and Lil'Jordan Humphrey are the available options at the position for Denver for the rest of Saturday's contest.
Published: Sat, Jan 17 at 3:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Exits game with hamstring injury
Franklin (hamstring) is questionable to return to Saturday's AFC divisional-round game against the Bills, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: Franklin appeared to tweak his hamstring in the second quarter and is being evaluated by medical staff in the locker room to determine whether he can return. The Broncos are already without Pat Bryant (concussion) for the rest of Saturday's game, so Denver would be down to Courtland Sutton, Marvin Mims and Lil'Jordan Humphrey at wide receiver if Franklin is unable to return.
Published: Sat, Jan 17 at 2:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Blanked in Week 18 win
Franklin failed to catch his only target in the Broncos' win over the Chargers on Sunday.
Analysis: Bo Nix completed 14 of 23 passes for 141 scoreless yards in the victory, but only one of his throws went to Franklin, whose playing time has been dialed back over the past month-plus. Pat Bryant has been seeing more action alongside Courtland Sutton. Franklin will be a boom-or-bust fantasy bet in the divisional round following Denver's first-round bye.
Published: Sun, Jan 4 at 6:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited to short receptions
Franklin recorded four receptions on four targets for 17 yards in Thursday's 20-13 win over the Chiefs.
Analysis: With the exception of Courtland Sutton, the Broncos spread targets evenly amongst their pass catchers. Franklin was among four wide receivers or tight ends to earn at least four targets, and he finished sixth on the team in yardage. His longest gain went for only six yards, though that was a reflection of Denver's conservative passing game plan. Franklin has under 25 receiving yards in three of his last five games, and this outcome was particularly disappointing given the absence of Pat Bryant…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 25 at 9:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Nabs long catch
Franklin recorded four receptions on five targets for 66 yards in Sunday's 34-20 loss to the Jaguars.
Analysis: Franklin retained a solid role in the Denver offense despite the return of Pat Bryant from a hamstring injury, with the former tying for third on the team in targets. He produced little for much of the game, though he ended with a solid yardage total thanks to a long 48-yard grab early in the fourth quarter. Franklin has re-emerged in the Broncos' offense, recording 10 catches for 151 yards combined across the last two games. He should continue to see added opportunity if Bryant, who suffered a…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 21 at 11:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to prominent role
Franklin recorded six receptions on six targets for 85 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 34-26 win over the Packers.
Analysis: Franklin had been phased out of the Denver offense in the last two games, combining to earn only seven targets. However, he reemerged due to Pat Bryant (hamstring) being sidelined, finishing second on the team in yards, receptions and targets. Franklin had a trio of catches that went for at least 15 yards, the most important of which was a 23-yard touchdown grab to end the third quarter. He made the case to remain a key part of Denver's offense moving forward, though his role is uncertain…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 14 at 11:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains muted in Week 14
Franklin was held to three receptions on four targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 24-17 win over the Raiders.
Analysis: Franklin continued starting opposite Courtland Sutton (6-62-0), but the former appears to have fallen out of favor after finishing in a tie with Pat Bryant (4-32-0) for third in team targets. The 22-year-old Franklin is averaging 2.5 receptions and 11.0 yards in the two games coming out of Denver's Week 12 bye. Franklin's volatility on a week-to-week basis makes the wideout hard to trust outside of deeper fantasy formats against the Packers next Sunday.
Published: Sun, Dec 7 at 9:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Cools off on SNF
Franklin had two receptions on three targets for 21 yards in Sunday's 27-26 overtime win over the Commanders.
Analysis: Franklin cooled off considerably after seemingly taking over the No. 1 WR role for the Broncos in recent weeks. Courtland Sutton reclaimed that honor with a clean 5-62-1 receiving line that dwarfed Franklin's production on the national stage. The latter is still producing a strong sophomore campaign with 48 receptions for 530 yards and five touchdowns across 12 contests, but it hasn't been a smooth ride getting there. Franklin has been held under 40 receiving yards in half of his appearances…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 30 at 10:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Leading receiver in big win
Franklin caught four of eight targets for 84 yards in Sunday's 22-19 win over the Kansas City.
Analysis: The second-year wideout tied Courtland Sutton in receptions and targets, but it was Franklin who led the Broncos in receiving yards, including a 32-yard gain in the final minute of the fourth quarter that set up Wil Lutz for the game-winning field goal. Franklin's chemistry with Bo Nix continues to shine, and over the last five games he's delivered a 22-259-4 line on 45 targets, compared to Sutton's 18-267-1 line on 34 targets during the same period.
Published: Sun, Nov 16 at 6:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets into end zone Thursday
Franklin brought in five of nine targets for 40 yards and a touchdown in the Broncos' 10-7 win over the Raiders on Thursday night.
Analysis: Franklin was the only Broncos player to get into the end zone Thursday, making a tough seven-yard touchdown grab late in the first half. The second-year wideout also led Denver in receptions and targets, and his recent ascension in the passing offense has been impossible to ignore -- Franklin has 37 targets over the last four games alone. The Oregon product should be busy again in Week 11, as the Chiefs pay the Broncos a visit on Sunday, Nov. 16 for a critical divisional showdown.
Published: Thu, Nov 6 at 9:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Does little with big target volume
Franklin caught four of 10 targets for 27 yards and lost four rushing yards on two carries in Sunday's 18-15 win over the Texans. He added a two-point conversion.
Analysis: The second-year wideout was Bo Nix's top option on the day in terms of targets, but Franklin had trouble getting open against a stingy Houston secondary. It's the second time in the last three weeks Franklin's gotten double-digit looks from his college teammate Nix, and on the season he's put together a 37-385-4 line on 64 targets, making him more of a 1B alongside Courtland Sutton than the Broncos' No. 2 receiver. Franklin should find more room to operate in Week 10 against the Raiders.
Published: Sun, Nov 2 at 2:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Leading receiver with two TDs
Franklin had six receptions on eight targets for 89 yards and a pair of touchdowns in Sunday's 44-24 win over the Cowboys.
Analysis: Franklin matched his previous season highs in receptions (eight) and yards (89) set back in Week 2, but he usurped that fantasy score by hitting pay dirt twice in Week 8. The second-year wideout finished below 20 receiving yards in three out of the five contests in between his standout performances, highlighting his volatility as a fantasy asset on a week-to-week basis. Managers should be wary of Franklin's downside before starting him ahead of more-proven options in a tough matchup against the…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 26 at 7:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Hits paydirt against Giants
Franklin caught three of 10 targets for 19 yards and one touchdown in Sunday's 33-32 win over the Giants.
Analysis: Franklin finished the contest tied for the team lead in targets with fellow wideout Courtland Sutton, with the 10 targets being a season high for the 22-year-old. Despite the increased involvement, Franklin struggled to connect with quarterback Bo Nix, and his touchdown early in the fourth quarter was actually a tipped pass intended for Sutton that Franklin was able secure in the back of the end zone. The Oregon product has been mostly underwhelming as a fantasy option for the past month, but…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 21 at 11:50am by Rotowire.com
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Fumble erases low output Sunday
Franklin brought in three of four targets for 19 yards and a lost fumble while taking one carry for two yards in Sunday's 13-11 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Franklin's day in London got off to a rubbish start when he coughed up the first fumble of his career on his first reception of the contest. The silver lining for fantasy managers was that the wideout remained involved offensively following the turnover, receiving three more touches in the narrow win. Franklin has shown flashes of upside early in his sophomore campaign, but Sunday's dud is an example of the inconsistency he can exhibit. The 22-year-old's value is likely limited to deeper…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 12 at 11:05am by Rotowire.com
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Modest numbers in Week 5 win
Franklin secured three of five targets for 35 yards in the Broncos' 21-17 win over the Eagles on Sunday. He also recorded a two-point conversion catch.
Analysis: Franklin was a distant second in receiving yards to Courtland Sutton on the afternoon, and he tied for third in targets while recording a two-point conversion following Evan Engram's fourth-quarter touchdown grab. Franklin, Bo Nix's former Oregon teammate, has no fewer than four and as many as nine targets over Denver's first five games, but he's posted 44 receiving yards or fewer in three of those contests. Franklin will likely remain a relatively middling fantasy option in a Week 6 matchup…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 5 at 7:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads team with eight targets
Franklin brought in four of eight targets for 55 yards in Monday's 28-3 victory over the Bengals.
Analysis: Franklin rebounded from last week's stinker (2-8-0) with his second-highest yardage total through four games. The 22-year-old's eight targets paced Denver's receiving corps, but drops were an issue after finishing with a 50 percent catch rate. Franklin has flashed upside with a 18-196-1 line as a second-year pro, but his Week 5 fantasy value should be limited to deeper formats against the Eagles on Sunday.
Published: Mon, Sep 29 at 9:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Falls back to earth Sunday
Franklin had two receptions on four targets for eight yards in Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Chargers.
Analysis: Franklin followed up the best performance of his young career against the Colts in Week 2 with an absolute stinker against the Chargers. The 2024 fourth-round selection still finished in a tie for second in team targets with Marvin Mims, but both youngsters paled in comparison to No. 1 wideout Courtland Sutton's monster 6-118-1 receiving line Sunday. Franklin still provides some good upside in a soft matchup against the Bengals next Monday if managers can look past his dud in Week 3.
Published: Sun, Sep 21 at 8:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Paces Denver pass catchers
Franklin recorded eight receptions on nine targets for 89 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 29-28 loss to the Colts.
Analysis: Franklin looks to be breaking out in his second season as a pro, as he set career-best marks in targets, receptions and yards in Sunday's loss. He flipped the field early in the second quarter with a 42-yard gain on a catch deep down the right sideline and capped the same drive with a three-yard touchdown reception. Franklin outperformed Courtland Sutton in the contest, and while that may not continue, he appears to be Bo Nix's second-favorite target ahead of Marvin Mims and Evan Engram.
Published: Sun, Sep 14 at 9:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Targeted six times
Franklin recorded four catches on six targets for 44 yards in Sunday's 20-12 win over the Titans.
Analysis: Franklin finished second on the team in targets, receptions and yards, notably out-performing Marvin Mims. Franklin got involved early, with three of his four catches coming in the first 17 minutes of game time, and he then chipped in a 15-yard reception late in the fourth quarter to help keep a key drive alive. Target distribution behind Courtland Sutton is likely to be inconsistent in Denver, but Franklin managed a solid Week 1 performance to kick off his sophomore campaign.
Published: Sun, Sep 7 at 9:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Pair of grabs in Saturday's victory
Franklin secured both targets for five yards in the Broncos' 28-19 preseason win over the Saints on Saturday afternoon.
Analysis: Franklin's unremarkable finish to preseason is largely irrelevant in the grand scheme of his 2025 outlook, as the Oregon product is set to open the season as the No. 3 receiver. Franklin recorded a pair of touchdown catches among his four grabs in last Saturday's preseason win over the Cardinals, which, when coupled with what was by all accounts an impressive training camp, leaves him poised for a fast start to his second campaign.
Published: Sat, Aug 23 at 3:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Two TDs in preseason win
Franklin brought in four of five targets for 67 yards and two touchdowns in the Broncos' 27-7 preseason win over the Cardinals on Saturday night.
Analysis: Franklin shared the team lead in receptions and targets while checking in as the runner-up in receiving yards. However, the second-year wideout was the only Broncos pass catcher to get into the end zone, recording 27- and 16-yard touchdown grabs from Jarrett Stidham in the first and second quarters, respectively. Franklin put together an impressive training camp following an underwhelming 2024 rookie campaign, and the Oregon product could well be poised for an incremental boost in Year 2 while…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 16 at 10:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Making strong impression in camp
Broncos head coach Sean Payton said Friday that Franklin is "having a good camp," Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Payton similarly praised Franklin during mandatory minicamp in June, saying that the second-year wideout looked "extremely explosive." DiLalla notes that Franklin has worked both at the Z receiver and in the slot during training camp, which could factor into his allotted snap count once the regular season begins. Courtland Sutton is locked in as Denver's No. 1 receiver, but behind him, Franklin is among a group vying for position in the pecking order. Marvin Mims, Devaughn Vele and rookie…read more
Published: Fri, Aug 1 at 5:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Looking good this spring
Broncos coach Sean Payton said Thursday that Franklin had a good spring, looking "extremely explosive" and "about five pounds heavier," Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: Franklin had 2,274 receiving yards and 23 TDs over his final two seasons at Oregon, but he fell to the fourth round of the 2024 NFL Draft after checking in at just 172 pounds at the combine -- an unheard of weight for a 6-foot-2 wide receiver in the NFL. He's still among the thinnest players at his position, and coming off a low-impact rookie year with 263 yards on 53 targets, but Franklin may nonetheless be part of the competition this summer for Denver's Nos. 2 and 3 WR spots behind top…read more
Published: Thu, Jun 12 at 10:47am by Rotowire.com
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Hauls in long TD in wild-card loss
Franklin caught two of three targets for 54 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 31-7 wild-card round loss to the Bills.
Analysis: The rookie wideout got behind the Buffalo secondary for a 43-yard score on Denver's first possession, but it proved to be the only points the visitors would manage to produce. Franklin came into the NFL with more intrigue than a typical fourth-round pick given that he was reuniting with his college QB, but while Bo Nix thrived in his debut campaign, his top target at Oregon had trouble gaining separation against pro defenders. Sunday's long TD offered a reminder of Franklin's potential, but…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 12 at 3:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores two touchdowns in 2024
Franklin finished the 2024 regular season with 28 receptions on 53 targets for 263 yards and two touchdowns.
Analysis: Franklin's rookie campaign was relatively quiet, as the Oregon product played just 365 offensive snaps across the 16 games he appeared in. Filling the No. 4 receiver role, the 21-year-old played over 50 percent of snaps in a contest just once this season. Franklin's limited role and lack of experience certainly capped his potential this season, but his continued development should be a positive sign for the fourth-round pick. Additionally, quarterback Bo Nix has played well as a rookie and…read more
Published: Thu, Jan 9 at 8:21am by Rotowire.com
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Targeted twice against Bengals
Franklin secured one of two targets for minus-1 yard in Saturday's 30-24 overtime loss to the Bengals.
Analysis: Franklin was a complete non-factor in Saturday's contest, with his one catch and 33 percent snap share counting for his lowest totals in each category since Week 10. The rookie wideout is not being utilized consistently enough to be trusted for fantasy purposes, though he should continue to build upon his chemistry with college teammate Bo Nix and develop a larger role in the Broncos' offense going forward. Nevertheless, Franklin should remain off the fantasy radar heading into a Week 18…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 5:19am by Rotowire.com
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Reels in two passes
Franklin caught one of three targets for 25 yards in Thursday's 34-27 loss to the Chargers.
Analysis: Franklin recorded just two receptions for the fifth straight game, bringing him to 25 catches for 252 yards and two touchdowns on the season. The rookie played 26 of the Broncos' 64 offensive snaps Thursday, behind fellow receivers Courtland Sutton (58), Devaughn Vele (36) and Marvin Mims (30). Franklin will continue to be difficult to trust for fantasy purposes while competing for targets as Denver's No. 4 wideout. Next up for the Broncos is a matchup against the Bengals in Week 17.
Published: Fri, Dec 20 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Two catches against Colts
Franklin caught two of five targets for nine yards in Sunday's 31-13 win over the Colts.
Analysis: Operating as Denver's No. 3 wide receiver, Franklin played 29 of the Broncos' 63 offensive snaps behind Courtland Sutton (57) and Devaughn Vele (38). Sunday's contest marked the fourth straight game in which the rookie wideout recorded two grabs. With that said, his limited involvement has not led to much statistical production for the Oregon product. Franklin should remain off the fantasy radar heading into a Week 16 matchup against the Chargers.
Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 6:42am by Rotowire.com
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Minimal production in win
Franklin caught two of his five targets for 28 yards in Monday's 41-32 win over the Browns.
Analysis: Franklin has now recorded just two receptions in three straight games, while playing around 42 percent of the Broncos' offensive snaps per game in that span. The rookie wideout has played in a secondary role in Denver's offense as he continues to develop in head coach Sean Payton's system. Franklin's chemistry with quarterback Bo Nix from their time at Oregon has helped him to garner steady targets throughout the season, but he isn't seeing enough volume to be trusted for fantasy purposes. The…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 3 at 8:24am by Rotowire.com
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Two grabs against Las Vegas
Franklin caught two of four targets for 31 yards in Sunday's 29-19 win over the Raiders.
Analysis: Franklin continued his mostly underwhelming rookie campaign Sunday, managing to reel in just two passes from quarterback Bo Nix against the Raiders. Through 11 games, the 21-year-old wideout has recorded over two catches in just one contest and is averaging roughly three targets per game. Franklin's role as Denver's No. 4 wide receiver limits his potential upside while he contends for targets and playing time with fellow receivers Courtland Sutton, Devaughn Vele, Lil'Jordan Humphrey and Marvin…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 10:52am by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone in Week 11
Franklin caught both of his targets for 15 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 38-6 win over the Falcons.
Analysis: Franklin's touchdown against Atlanta was his second of the season, as the rookie wideout continues to play in a rotational role in the Broncos' passing offense. The Oregon product played 44 percent of the Broncos' offensive snaps Sunday, and he's played over 50 percent of snaps in just one of his 10 games this season. Though Franklin's development thus far has been a positive sign for his future NFL success, his limited usage makes him unreliable for fantasy purposes. The Broncos head to Las…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 8:04am by Rotowire.com
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Minimal production in loss
Franklin caught one of two targets for nine yards in Sunday's 16-14 loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: Franklin recorded just one catch for the third straight contest, as the rookie has played snap percentages of 40 percent or less in that stretch. The 21-year-old has seen his usage diminish as quarterback Bo Nix has consistently spread the ball around in recent weeks. As Franklin's connection with Nix is already established from their time playing together at Oregon, the wideout should see his role improve in Denver's offense as he continues to develop in the NFL. However, barring injuries,…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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One grab in Week 9
Franklin caught one of four targets for 19 yards in Sunday's 41-10 loss to the Ravens.
Analysis: Franklin finished Sunday's game third in targets behind fellow wideouts Courtland Sutton (10) and Lil'Jordan Humphrey (five). Unfortunately, the rookie receiver was only able to reel in one pass from quarterback Bo Nix. Though Nix and Franklin have begun to develop their chemistry in the NFL after playing together at Oregon, the pair will likely continue to be inconsistent as the Broncos' offense goes through growing pains during the 2024 campaign. Franklin will look to bounce back in Week 10,…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 11:49am by Rotowire.com
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Paces pass catchers Thursday
Franklin secured five of six targets for 50 yards in the Broncos' 33-10 win over the Saints on Thursday night.
Analysis: Franklin led the Broncos across the board in receiving stats, setting the pace in receptions, receiving yards and targets. The rookie also tallied a team-high 30-yard catch, and all of his metrics Thursday qualified as season/career highs. The one-time college teammate of Bo Nix appears to be upping his NFL chemistry with the rookie signal-caller heading into a favorable Week 8 home matchup against the Panthers on Sunday, Oct. 27.
Published: Thu, Oct 17 at 9:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone in loss
Franklin caught two of three targets for 31 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 23-16 loss to the Chargers. He added one rush for five yards.
Analysis: Franklin's trip to the end zone was the first of his young career while the rookie saw a major uptick in his usage in Week 6. The wideout played 65 percent of the Broncos' offensive snaps Sunday after averaging a roughly 22 percent snap share in his first four games. Franklin is a talented wideout who should continue to develop within the Broncos' passing attack, especially with an existing connection with his college quarterback Bo Nix at the helm in Denver. The 21-year-old will look to build…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 15 at 11:33am by Rotowire.com
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Minimal involvement against Raiders
Franklin caught one of his two targets for 20 yards in Sunday's 34-18 win over the Raiders.
Analysis: Franklin played just 11 of the Broncos' 63 offensive snaps Sunday, the fewest of any Denver wide receiver. Despite his minimal usage, the rookie hit a season-high for receiving yards (20) on his one catch against the Raiders. It's possible Franklin's role could grow within Denver's offense as the season progresses while his college teammate and current quarterback Bo Nix continues to develop this season. Until then, the former Oregon wideout will be off the fantasy radar. The Broncos are set to…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 8 at 5:47am by Rotowire.com
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Four targets in win
Franklin secured two of his four targets for minus-two yards in Sunday's 10-9 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Though Franklin has seen his snap share increase each week, the rookie wideout continues to struggle to get things going as part of a floundering Denver offense. The Oregon product currently sits fourth on the wide receiver depth chart behind Courtland Sutton, Josh Reynolds and Lil'Jordan Humphrey, so he should continue to see limited opportunities barring injuries. Franklin should not be trusted for fantasy purposes in Week 5 when the Broncos host the Raiders.
Published: Tue, Oct 1 at 11:04am by Rotowire.com
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Two grabs in Week 3
Franklin caught two of five targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 26-7 win over the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Franklin's two catches were his first grabs of the season after he was held catchless in his Week 2 debut. The rookie wideout played 25 percent of the Broncos' offensive snaps Sunday, up from his 18 percent snap share in Week 2. His five targets in the contest were the third most of any Denver pass catcher, behind Courtland Sutton (11) and Lil'Jordan Humphrey (8). Despite his increased involvement, Franklin's position on the depth chart with an inefficient passing attack both work against him…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 8:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Held catchless in debut
Frankin failed to secure his lone target in Sunday's 13-6 loss to the Steelers.
Analysis: After being a healthy scratch in Week 1, Franklin was a complete nonfactor against the Steelers in Week 2. The rookie wideout saw the field for 12 of the Broncos' 61 offensive snaps, and he was unable to connect with his former college quarterback Bo Nix on the one target thrown his direction. Buried on the depth chart in a struggling passing attack, Franklin should remain far off the fantasy radar heading into a Week 3 matchup with the Buccaneers.
Published: Tue, Sep 17 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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Set to make NFL debut Week 2
Franklin is in line to make his NFL debut Sunday against the Steelers, Chris Tomasson of the Denver Gazette reports.
Analysis: Franklin was a healthy inactive in last week's loss to Seattle, but he'll enter the wide receiver rotation Week 2 with fellow rookie wideout Devaughn Vele (ribs) ruled out. Prior to being a fourth-round selection in the 2024 NFL Draft, Franklin spent the 2023 season catching pass at Oregon from Bo Nix, who is now Denver's starting quarterback.
Published: Fri, Sep 13 at 2:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Healthy scratch in Week 1
Franklin (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's Week 1 matchup against the Seahawks.
Analysis: The rookie fourth-round pick will have to wait until at least Week 2 against the Steelers to make his NFL debut. Franklin reportedly made good progress during training camp and the preseason, but he enters his first professional campaign behind Courtland Sutton, Josh Reynolds, Marvin Mims and Devaughn Vele in the wideout pecking order.
Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 11:40am by Rotowire.com
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Showing development as a rookie
Franklin has made solid progress ahead of the 2024 season, and head coach Sean Payton is pleased with where he is at in his development, Nick Kosmider of the Athletic reports.
Analysis: Franklin had an underwhelming training camp and preseason after the Broncos traded up in the fourth round of the 2024 NFL Draft to select him. The rookie wideout failed to record a single catch in his first two preseason games, but he did show flashes as a deep threat at certain points in camp. Despite Franklin's inconsistent start, Payton stated that "he has rare speed and he's very comfortable catching an in-route and then, all of a sudden, he's taking it for a big gain." Both his big-play…read more
Published: Fri, Aug 30 at 2:14am by Rotowire.com
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Two touches in win
Franklin caught his lone target for 21 yards and carried once for nine yards in Sunday's 38-12 preseason win over the Cardinals.
Analysis: Franklin finally found his way onto the stat sheet in Sunday's preseason finale, handling his first two touches while playing 50 percent of the Broncos' offensive snaps in the contest. The rookie wideout is a work in progress, but in Denver, he finds himself in a solid situation that could be conducive to his development. Bo Nix, his college quarterback, was named the starter ahead of Week 1, so the history the two have with one another could bode well for the 6-foot-3, 180-pound receiver. In…read more
Published: Mon, Aug 26 at 8:12pm by Rotowire.com
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| Rushing | Receiving | Fum | Fantasy | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | TEN, | - | - | 44 | - | - | 1.00 |
| 2 | @IND, | 11 | - | 89 | 1 | - | 4.00 |
| 3 | @LAC, | - | - | 8 | - | - | 0.00 |
| 4 | CIN, | - | - | 55 | - | - | 1.00 |
| 5 | @PHI, | - | - | 35 | - | - | 3.00 |
| 6 | @NYJ, | 2 | - | 19 | - | 1 | -2.00 |
| 7 | NYG, | - | - | 19 | 1 | - | 4.00 |
| 8 | DAL, | - | - | 89 | 2 | - | 6.00 |
| 9 | @HOU, | -4 | - | 27 | - | - | 2.00 |
| 10 | LV, | - | - | 40 | 1 | - | 3.00 |
| 11 | KC, | - | - | 84 | - | - | 2.00 |
| 12 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | @WAS, | - | - | 21 | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | @LV, | - | - | 11 | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | GB, | 3 | - | 85 | 1 | - | 4.00 |
| 16 | JAX, | - | - | 66 | - | - | 2.00 |
| 17 | @KC, | - | - | 17 | - | - | 0.00 |
| 18 | LAC, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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