Marvin Mims

NFL player. Position: WR. Team: DEN.

Quick Facts

• Position: WR
• Team: DEN (Denver Broncos)
• Age: 24 years old
• Contract status: 2026 contract year
• Special skills: Return ability (kick returns)

2026 Outlook

Mims enters 2026 as one of the safest return-yardage assets in fantasy football. The 24-year-old is a two-time Pro Bowler and multiple-time All-Pro selection who led the NFL in punt return yardage in 2025. He continues to provide explosive-play potential every time he touches the ball and has established himself as one of the league's premier return specialists. More importantly, Denver continues to find ways to get him involved offensively, maintaining his value beyond special teams. He's accumulated more than 2,400 combined return yards over his career while contributing as both a receiver and occasional rushing threat (per The Ultimate 2026 Return Yardage Watchlist).

Since entering the league in 2023, Mims has compiled 98 catches, 1,202 yards, and 8 TDs. Even after the Broncos acquired Jaylen Waddle, Mims should maintain a meaningful role in Sean Payton's offense given his dual offensive/special-teams value. Unlike many return specialists, barring injury, his role appears secure entering training camp, making him one of the most reliable return-yardage options in fantasy football entering the 2026 season (per The Ultimate 2026 Return Yardage Watchlist).

Trade possibility (July 14): NFL analysts have begun speculating Mims could be traded before the 2026 season given Denver's crowded WR room following the Jaylen Waddle acquisition. With Courtland Sutton, Troy Franklin, and Pat Bryant ahead of him, the former second-round pick may seek an opportunity elsewhere. The Atlanta Falcons have emerged as a potential landing spot—they have cap space and need WR depth beyond Drake London and Jahan Dotson. While Mims' role in Denver is currently secure, his fantasy value trajectory could shift significantly if traded (per NFL analyst suggests Falcons trade for Broncos wide receiver).

August 1-5 training camp standout performances: Mims had a breakout camp week, catching the attention of head coach Sean Payton and star WR Jaylen Waddle. On Saturday Aug 1, Mims turned a Bo Nix scramble into a 50-yard TD reception during team drills, showcasing his big-play ability. On Tuesday Aug 4, he made a leaping catch during one-on-ones that impressed Waddle, who afterward praised him: "Man, Marv -- I'm a big fan of Marvin Mims, I'm not going to lie. He's very explosive, I love watching him work... Marvin's a big play always ready to happen, you've got to respect that kind of speed." Coach Sean Payton called out Mims unprompted when discussing WR opportunities: "I just feel like, man, more touches (for him)... it's a body of work thing." His early camp production suggests opportunity for increased target share despite depth chart crowding (per 2026 Denver Broncos training camp: Latest intel, updates).

Role / Depth Chart

Behind Jaylen Waddle, Troy Franklin, and Pat Bryant in Denver's depth chart heading into the 2026 season.

Injury Status

August 8 injury during training camp: Mims suffered an injury on Friday, August 8 during Broncos training camp that prompted the team to sign reserve WR Kyrese Rowan. Specific injury details not disclosed, but coach Sean Payton indicated it's "not a serious ailment" and the Broncos expect Mims to return when Waddle (who also was injured earlier in the week) comes back. The injury warrants monitoring but does not suggest significant concern (per Broncos Turn to Familiar Face as WR Injuries Mount).

Recent News

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• 2026-03-17 — Fantasy Football Impact: Broncos Trade for Jaylen Waddle (Fantasy Football Impact: Broncos Trade for Jaylen Waddle)
• 2026-02-22 — Broncos bringing back John Morton as offensive passing-game coordinator, source confirms (Broncos bringing back John Morton as offensive passing-game coordinator, source confirms)

Open Questions

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