Marvin Mims Jr. is officially listed as a starting wide receiver on the Denver Broncos’ unofficial Week 1 depth chart, a significant move that puts him ahead of Pat Bryant for the top spot. This isn’t just a casual adjustment; it’s a clear signal for their Monday Night showdown against division rivals, the Kansas City Chiefs, that Mims is a major factor in the passing game.
Mims Jumps the Line, Elliss Confirmed
The biggest talker from this depth chart reveal has to be Mims Jr. taking that starting wide receiver slot over Pat Bryant. It screams that the Broncos brass really values what Mims brings to the table and that he’s going to be a key target. Don’t count Bryant out, though; he’s right there as the backup behind Courtland Sutton and the word is he’s still expected to be heavily involved in their offense this season. Troy Franklin, Jaylen Waddle, and Lil’Jordan Humphrey also fill out a deep receiver room. On the defensive side, it’s confirmed: Jonah Elliss is getting the start opposite Nik Bonitto at edge rusher. While many expected this, it’s always good to see the team officially confirm those projections. Elliss and Bonitto are set to bring some serious heat off the edge.
Quarterback Room and Offensive Line Solidified
Over at quarterback, there are no real shockers, with Bo Nix leading the charge. Jarrett Stidham is locked in as QB2, and Sam Ehlinger rounds out the depth chart at QB3. This is exactly what everyone figured. The running back room is also looking as anticipated with JK Dobbins, RJ Harvey, Jonah Coleman, and Tyler Badie. The big question there will be how Head Coach Sean Payton and his staff decide to split those carries. It’s always a tightrope walk finding that balance. On the offensive line, it’s all as expected too: Garett Bolles, Ben Powers, Luke Wattenberg, Quinn Meinerz, and Mike McGlinchey are your starters. Keep an eye on rookie Kage Casey, who’s already backing up both guard spots. Alex Forsyth is the backup at center, Matt Peart at left tackle, and Alex Palczewski at right tackle. At tight end, Evan Engram is the starter, which is definitely interesting, with Adam Trautman, Nate Adkins, and Dallen Bentley behind him. We’ll have to wait and see how involved Engram gets in the passing game.
Defense Takes Shape for Chiefs Battle
Defensively, the line features Zach Allen, DJ Jones, and Malcolm Roach as starters, with Jordan Jackson, Tyler Onyedim, Sai’vion Jones, and Eyioma Uwazurike providing depth. At linebacker, Nik Bonitto and Jonah Elliss are your outside starters, and Alex Singleton and Justin Strnad are holding down the inside. Que Robinson, Dondrea Tillman, Jordan Turner, and Karene Reid back them up. In the secondary, Pat Surtain II and Jahdae Barron are listed at left cornerback. All eyes are now on that Monday Night opener against the Chiefs. How these unofficial depth chart moves play out under the bright lights will set the tone for the Broncos’ early season.
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Originally reported by Mile High Report.
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