Broncos' Troy Franklin Predicts 1,000-Yard Season in 2026

Young receiver aims to double his touchdown production and reach 80-100 receptions next year.

Feb. 5, 2026 at 8:55pm

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Denver Broncos wide receiver Troy Franklin is confident he can reach the 1,000-yard receiving mark in 2026 after posting 709 yards and 6 touchdowns in 2025. Franklin believes he could have achieved the milestone this past season, but the offense was not fully in sync early on. With a full year of chemistry with quarterback Bo Nix and new offensive coordinator Davis Webb, Franklin is predicting a breakout campaign with 80-100 receptions and double-digit touchdowns.

Why it matters

The Broncos are hoping Franklin can emerge as a true No. 2 receiving threat alongside star Courtland Sutton. If Franklin can take the next step, it would give Denver's offense a potent 1-2 punch in the passing game and take pressure off Sutton to be the focal point of the opposing defense.

The details

Franklin was targeted 104 times in 2025, catching 65 passes for 709 yards and 6 touchdowns. He had a huge game against the Indianapolis Colts and also had a two-touchdown performance versus the Dallas Cowboys. With a full offseason to build chemistry with Nix and the arrival of new offensive coordinator Davis Webb, Franklin believes the offense will be more in sync, allowing him to reach the 1,000-yard milestone.

  • In 2025, Franklin had 709 receiving yards and 6 touchdowns.
  • Davis Webb was hired as the Broncos' new offensive coordinator for the 2026 season.

The players

Troy Franklin

A wide receiver for the Denver Broncos who is aiming to reach 1,000 receiving yards and double-digit touchdowns in 2026.

Bo Nix

The Broncos' starting quarterback, with whom Franklin has developed strong chemistry.

Davis Webb

The new offensive coordinator for the Broncos, who will be calling plays for the 2026 season.

Courtland Sutton

The Broncos' top wide receiver, who Franklin hopes to complement as a potent 1-2 punch in the passing game.

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What they’re saying

“I'm going to get a 1,000-yard season. I'm going to double up the touchdowns. And receptions, I need to probably get about 80 or 100.”

— Troy Franklin, Broncos Wide Receiver (The Denver Post)

“Because I could've done it this year. But I think, obviously, in the beginning of the year, things were a little — they weren't how they were in the backend of the year, just with how clean we were as an offense, penalty-wise, just being on the same page and stuff like that.”

— Troy Franklin, Broncos Wide Receiver (The Denver Post)

What’s next

The Broncos will be closely monitoring Franklin's progress during the offseason as he aims to build on his strong 2025 campaign and take the next step towards becoming a 1,000-yard receiver.

The takeaway

Troy Franklin's confidence in his ability to reach the 1,000-yard milestone and double his touchdown production in 2026 reflects the Broncos' optimism about their passing attack. If Franklin can emerge as a true No. 2 threat alongside Courtland Sutton, it would give Denver's offense a dynamic duo that could make them a force in the AFC.