The Denver Broncos could have discovered a gem.
Pat Bryant had a robust second outing in opposition to the Arizona Cardinals.
And as reported by Aric DiLalla on X, he’s rising far more assured as the times go by:
“I really feel like I’m beginning to get again in my groove. The sport’s beginning to decelerate just a bit bit. It’s solely preseason. I’ve acquired an extended, lengthy season forward, so I’m wanting ahead to it,” Bryant stated of his confidence stage.
Broncos rookie Pat Bryant on his confidence stage after a four-catch, 70-yard evening:
“I really feel like I’m beginning to get again in my groove. The sport’s beginning to decelerate just a bit bit. It’s solely preseason. I’ve acquired an extended, lengthy season forward, so I’m wanting ahead to it.”
— Aric DiLalla (@AricDiLalla) August 17, 2025
The Broncos took Bryant out of Illinois within the third spherical of the 2025 NFL Draft.
He had an environment friendly debut within the preseason in opposition to the San Francisco 49ers, enjoying 34 snaps and hauling in each of his targets for 21 yards.
He adopted that up by logging 4 receptions for 70 yards within the 27-7 win over the Cardinals.
Then once more, it wasn’t simply his dependable arms.
He’s a prepared blocker who confirmed that he wouldn’t thoughts taking some large hits for the sake of the crew, diving and getting on the bottom to open up lanes for Evan Engram in an enormous play.
With Courtland Sutton and Marvin Mims Jr. out like the remainder of the starters, Bryant made essentially the most of each single probability he acquired to showcase his abilities.
He seemed on the identical web page with backup QB Jarrett Stidham on each dropback and goal, and whereas he nonetheless must do the identical with Bo Nix, it looks like he’s taken possession of the offense.
The Broncos are coming off a visit to the playoffs, however expectations are considerably greater within the second yr of the Bo Nix-Sean Payton period.
Bryant nonetheless has some catching as much as do, and there can be a studying course of like with all rookies, however he’s trending in the suitable path.
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