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How Broncos Rookie TE Justin Joly Can Impact 2026 Season

Denver Broncos On SI·Zack Kelberman·28 days ago
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The Denver Broncos added upside at tight end in the 2026 NFL Draft by choosing former North Carolina State standout Justin Joly in the fifth round. Though early-round selections loudly grab the headlines, mid-to-late-round gems like Joly quietly become the foundation of a legitimate contender — and the Broncos may have uncovered one. Yardbarker recently named Joly among 25 unheralded NFL rookies who could impact the 2026 campaign, owing to his fit in Denver's offensive system. "Joly had four productive seasons at UConn and NC State. He enters the season well down on the depth chart behind Adam Trautman and Evan Engram, but the heavy usage of the tight end in Sean Payton's offense makes Joly a player to watch," Yardbarker's Seth Trachtman wrote Monday. After transferring from UConn, Joly finished out his collegiate career with the Wolfpack, totaling 166 receptions for 1,978 yards (11.9 yards per catch) and 15 touchdowns across 48 games.…

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