Jaylen Waddle enters the 2026 season with the Denver Broncos after a March trade from Miami, positioning him as the featured wide receiver in Sean Payton's offense alongside quarterback Bo Nix. His 2025 production of 64 receptions for 910 yards and six touchdowns in 16 games, primarily after Tyreek Hill's injury, highlighted his efficiency and route-running ability, particularly over the middle where he generated strong separation and yards after catch. In Denver's pass-heavy scheme, projections point to elevated target volume—potentially exceeding 100 opportunities—as the clear top option ahead of Courtland Sutton and others, building on his consistent yards-per-target marks above 9.0 in recent years. A minor leg strain limited early camp work but resolved without long-term issues, allowing full participation ahead of the Week 1 matchup. Factors such as Nix's development, offensive line protection, and overall team passing attempts will influence his final total across 17 games.