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Denver Broncos: How offensive position groups stack up in AFC West

By Nicholas Manning

DENVER, CO - DECEMBER 22: Courtland Sutton #14 of the Denver Broncos stands on the field as he warms up before a game against the Detroit Lions at Empower Field at Mile High on December 22, 2019 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)
DENVER, CO - DECEMBER 22: Courtland Sutton #14 of the Denver Broncos stands on the field as he warms up before a game against the Detroit Lions at Empower Field at Mile High on December 22, 2019 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images) /
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INDIANAPOLIS, IN – OCTOBER 27: Courtland Sutton #14 of the Denver Broncos makes a first down catch during the second quarter of the game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on October 27, 2019, in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Bobby Ellis/Getty Images)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN – OCTOBER 27: Courtland Sutton #14 of the Denver Broncos makes a first down catch during the second quarter of the game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on October 27, 2019, in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Bobby Ellis/Getty Images) /

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Denver: WR Courtland Sutton, WR Jerry Jeudy, WR KJ Hamler, TE Noah Fant

Courtland Sutton’s ascension to WR1 status has been meteoric. Sutton earned a Pro-Bowl nod in 2019 after marrying his length and jumping ability with a tireless work ethic.

Tight end Noah Fant shined as the year progressed, putting up historic numbers for a rookie at his position. The Broncos then went out and drafted Jerry Jeudy and KJ Hamler with their first two selections.

There may not be a more ready-made WR in this year’s draft than Jeudy while Hamler brings the blazing speed the offense has lacked for some time. 7.5

Kansas City: WR Tyreek Hill, WR Mecole Hardman, WR Sammy Watkins, TE Travis Kelce

On the field, Tyreek Hill has performed at an All-Pro level. His speed causes the defenses to dictate coverages early and opens things up for others.

Tight end Travis Kelce has taken the mantle from the newly unretired Rob Gronkowski as the game’s best tight end. Sammy Watkins provides speed but disappears at times.

The team was over the moon about the impact second-round pick Mecole Hardman had on the team last year. This group is dangerous and can score from anywhere on the field. 9.0

Las Vegas: WR Tyrell Williams, WR Henry Ruggs III, WR Hunter Renfrow; TE Darren Waller

Tight end Darren Waller was a revelation for the Raiders in 2019 and should have an even bigger role in 2020. Hunter Renfrow provided clutch 3rd down grabs all year.

Tyrell Williams’s impact was minimal as he struggled to stay healthy. The drafting of three receivers in the team’s first four picks provides this group an influx of talent. Anticipate a slow development from this year, but this is primed to challenge the AFC West for years to come. 7.0

Los Angeles: Keenan Allen, Mike Williams, WR Joe Reed, TE Hunter Henry

Keenan Allen is an unreal route-runner who seems to always be open. Mike Williams showed to be an incredible threat in the red-zone and posted his first 1,000-yard season. Tight end Hunter Henry is a threat in the middle of- the field. The third wide receiver role is up for grabs with a variety of young players competing for that role including rookie Joe Reed. 8.0

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