Vele's ill-timed doughnut was only his second of the entire season. A truly absurd 27 years old for a rookie, Vele had an exceptional inaugural campaign for a seventh-round pick, but it's hard to believe there's a whole more juice left to squeeze here. That being said, Vele's 41/475/3 rookie slash commands that you at least keep him around in Dynasty leagues. 2025 is a contract year for fellow boundary wideout Courtland Sutton, while Vele outproduced fellow rookie Troy Franklin.
Four years removed from his 2020 torn ACL and getting the best quarterback play of his career from rookie Bo Nix, Sutton revived for his first 1,000-yard campaign since 2019, easily taking command of an undermanned receiver corps. Sutton's 81 receptions were a new career high by nine, as he proved comfortable as more than just a sideline hand fighter. It was a long-overdue sight to see, but Sutton also benefited from an acute lack of target competition, including in the backfield. Soon to be on the wrong side of 30 and certain to face a tougher battle for looks, it's tempting to label Sutton an early 2025 fade, though Nix should improve as a sophomore. Sutton ultimately feels like a safe WR3 who could still crack the top 24 as he heads into a contract year.
After the Broncos beat the Chiefs last Sunday to wrap up a playoff spot, wide receiver Courtland Sutton called it "really dope" to make it to the postseason for the first time in his seven-year NFL career.
After the Broncos beat the Chiefs last Sunday to wrap up a playoff spot, wide receiver Courtland Sutton called it "really dope" to make it to the postseason for the first time in his seven-year NFL career.
Broncos WR Courtland Sutton was among those who triggered their incentives, but others weren't as fortunate.