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Mile High Report fantasy football takes on Hakeem Butler
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All Mile High Report insights about Hakeem Butler
NegativeDepth ChartAug 24, 2026
JJ Zachariason indicates that Butler is unlikely to displace any of the five locked-in wide receivers (Waddle, Sutton, Mims, Bryant, Troy Franklin) and will likely not make the 53-man roster, with JJ Zachariason expressing doubt that any established receiver will be cut in favor of Butler or other fringe options.NegativeBustAug 22, 2026
Butler, a 6-5, 220+ pound wide receiver, failed to win 50/50 balls and has not made an impact during the preseason. Pat Bryant believes he is likely headed back to the UFL and not sticking around with the Broncos.NegativeRoleAug 16, 2026
Hakeem Butler's stock is slightly down; the former UFL standout has not made the impression anticipated and was mostly quiet vs. the Falcons, and will need to show more moving forward if he wants to make the practice squad.PositiveBreakoutAug 14, 2026
Former UFL standout with elite physical profile (6-5, 230 pounds) and good speed; the source expects him to play against similar talent in the preseason to what he faced in the spring league, positioning him to showcase his abilities as a potential surprise standout.NegativeRoleAug 7, 2026
Wide receiver Hakeem Butler whiffed on a block during an end-around design for Marvin Mims on Day 7, failing to execute his blocking assignment.NegativeRoleAug 6, 2026
WR had Pat Surtain record a pass breakup on him during individual drills; source notes they are still a huge fan of Butler despite other receivers standing out in camp.NegativeRoleAug 4, 2026
Wide receiver Hakeem Butler had a rough Day 4 and was shut down by UDFA cornerback Brent Austin, indicating a difficult practice performance against the secondary.PositiveRoleAug 1, 2026
Hakeem Butler is getting involved in camp; QB Jarrett Stidham hit him for a long touchdown pass after a coverage breakdown, and the source notes that Butler has been pretty involved in camp overall.PositiveUsageAug 1, 2026
Wide receiver Hakeem Butler caught a 70-yard touchdown pass from Jarrett Stidham on a broken coverage play during Day 2 practice, showcasing explosive play-making ability in camp.PositiveProjectionJul 31, 2026
WR Hakeem Butler had a long touchdown reception from QB Sam Ehlinger during camp drills, demonstrating his ability to make plays downfield.PositiveUsageJul 31, 2026
WR caught a TD pass from third-string QB Sam Ehlinger on Day 1 of training camp, demonstrating he is part of the offensive rotation and can contribute in the passing game.PositiveUsageJul 31, 2026
WR Hakeem Butler had a long touchdown reception from QB Sam Ehlinger during camp drills.PositiveUsageJul 31, 2026
Hakeem Butler had a deep TD reception from Sam Ehlinger on Day 1, contributing to the big plays from the offense.NegativeDepth ChartJul 27, 2026
Butler will compete for the WR3 role in a deep Broncos wide receiver room during training camp, alongside UDFAs.PositiveBreakoutJul 22, 2026
The source identifies Butler as an under-the-radar breakout candidate despite being 30 years old. Butler is a 6'5", 227-pound wide receiver who signed a one-year deal with Denver after becoming the best wide receiver in UFL history with two Offensive Player of the Year awards. The source expects Butler could dominate against second and third-string cornerbacks during camp and preseason games, leveraging his high-end athleticism and size to earn a spot on the 53-man roster or practice squad.