As we continue our 2020 depth chart prediction series for the Denver Broncos, today we’re going to be looking at wide receiver.
Previously, we predicted the QB, RB and TE depth charts.
WR1: Courtland Sutton
This is an obvious prediction. After making the Pro Bowl as an alternate last year, Sutton returns as Denver’s clear No. 1 receiver.
WR2: Jerry Jeudy
The Broncos’ first-round draft pick will instantly become the No. 2 receiver across from Sutton. Think of Sutton filling the old Demaryius Thomas role and Jeudy replacing Emmanuel Sanders.
WR3: KJ Hamler
A speedy receiver, Hamler appears poised to take over slot duties right away. In three-WR formations, Hamler will be the top candidate to line up between Sutton and Jeudy.
WR4: Tim Patrick
Patrick missed half of last season with an injury but he has proven to be a decent rotational WR when healthy. His size (6-4, 212 pounds) could help him beat out some of the WRs fighting for a roster spot.
WR5: Diontae Spencer
Spencer was a Pro Bowl alternate as a returner last season and he will likely keep that role even after the team drafted Hamler.
WR6: DaeSean Hamilton
Hamilton is going to have the fight of his life to make the Broncos’ roster this summer. Perhaps that’s exactly the motivation he needs to emerge as a reliable receiver for Denver.
WR7: Juwann Winfree
Winfree will have a shot to beat out Hamilton, especially if he looks good on special teams. After a disappointing rookie season, Winfree will have to have a great preseason to make the team.
WR8: Tyrie Cleveland
Cleveland is a longshot to make the active roster but he should be able to win a spot on the practice squad.
WRs 9-13: Fred Brown, Kelvin McKnight, Trinity Benson, Kendall Hinton and Zimari Manning
These five wide receivers will probably be competing for spots on the practice squad.
