TroyFranklin

News: 3 days agoFranklin caught two of four targets for 31 yards in Sunday's 29-19 win over the Raiders.

Spin: Franklin continued his mostly underwhelming rookie campaign Sunday, managing to reel in just two passes from quarterback Bo Nix against the Raiders. Through 11 games, the 21-year-old wideout has recorded over two catches in just one contest and is averaging roughly three targets per game. Franklin's role as Denver's No. 4 wide receiver limits his potential upside while he contends for targets and playing time with fellow receivers Courtland Sutton, Devaughn Vele, Lil'Jordan Humphrey and Marvin Mims. Barring injuries, the Oregon product will likely continue to have an uphill battle for consistent usage going forward. The Broncos are set to host the Browns in a Week 13 matchup on Monday Night Football.

ESPN Fantasy Projection: A so-so, albeit illness-influenced combine showing dropped Franklin to Day 3 of the NFL draft, where the Broncos eagerly traded up to select him 102nd overall. His final season at Oregon was stellar, including 14 receiving touchdowns (third in FBS) and 17.1 yards per reception, hinting at a potentially elite perimeter receiver with big-play ability. Franklin provides competition for that role with Marvin Mims Jr. -- a much-touted prospect who had a disappointing rookie campaign -- a battle that should be closely watched during the preseason. Franklin is more of a late-round flier for now, but with a strong July and August he could emerge as a prospective flex when the matchup is right.