Broncos See Jaylen Waddle as Gritty, Versatile Upgrade Under Payton
Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton publicly praised new wide receiver Jaylen Waddle, describing him as gritty and a strong cultural fit after Payton’s remarks at a flag football event. He noted that trusted voices spoke highly of Waddle and that the receiver’s versatility—able to play multiple spots—could help Denver as it adapts its offense. Waddle, who has stayed connected with Payton through teammate Patrick Surtain II and observations of the Broncos’ rise, emphasized his ability to line up all over the formation and his readiness to learn Payton’s system, while donning No. 17 for Denver alongside a developing WR corps.
