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TEDEN40 insightsLatest Oct 27, 2026

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NegativeUsageOct 27, 2026Mile High Report

Played 24 snaps at tight end; combined with Trautman (37) and Engram (24), the three TEs caught only one pass for two yards on four targets.

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PositiveRoleOct 26, 2026Mile High Report

Another Payton favorite, Adkins saw 39% of snaps, tied with Engram, and is a key run blocker for the Broncos. He has been the Broncos' most productive pass-catching tight end this season, even though it is a very limited stat line.

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PositiveRoleOct 26, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Another Payton favorite, Adkins saw 39% of snaps, tied with Engram, and is a key run blocker for the Broncos. He has been the Broncos' most productive pass-catching tight end this season, even though it is a very limited stat line.

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NegativeRoleOct 23, 2026Mile High Report

Tight end Nate Adkins could fill fullback roles if the Broncos didn't have a dedicated fullback. Sean Payton explains that teams without a fullback typically use a larger tight end to perform fullback duties and play special teams, and Adkins fits that profile.

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NegativeRoleOct 23, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Sean Payton noted that tight end Nate Adkins could fill fullback-type roles if the team did not have a dedicated fullback, indicating Adkins has versatility in the offensive scheme.

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NegativeUsageOct 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Adkins played 22 snaps (37% of offensive snaps) but did not record any targets, despite being part of a tight end group that saw significant playing time.

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PositiveProjectionOct 15, 2026Field Gulls

Broncos receiver with two receiving touchdowns through five games; identified as a primary target in game prediction analysis alongside Jaylen Waddle, supporting 21-point Broncos scoring projection.

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NegativeUsageOct 12, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Adkins played 19 snaps (31% of offensive snaps) at tight end but was not targeted in the game, indicating a limited offensive role as the third tight end option.

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NegativeUsageOct 12, 2026Mile High Report

Adkins played 19 snaps (31% of offensive snaps) and was not targeted, indicating he is third on the tight end depth chart behind Engram and Trautman.

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PositiveUsageOct 7, 2026Bolts From The Blue

Broncos TE has recorded 2 receiving touchdowns through four weeks, leading the team in receiving TD production. Adkins' touchdown total indicates he is a red-zone target and receiving meaningful offensive opportunities in Denver's passing game.

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NegativeUsageOct 7, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Adkins leads the Broncos tight ends with 2 receiving touchdowns through four weeks, establishing him as a red zone target despite the Broncos' offense ranking 27th in points per game.

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NegativeUsageOct 7, 2026Bolts From The Blue

Broncos TE Nate Adkins has 2 receiving touchdowns through four weeks, leading the team's receiving touchdown production.

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NegativeUsageOct 6, 2026Mile High Report

Adkins played 14 snaps as a reserve tight end and was part of a group that combined for just one catch for six yards on six targets.

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NegativeUsageOct 6, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Adkins played 14 snaps (21% of offensive snaps) but was part of a tight end group (Engram, Trautman, Adkins) that combined for only one catch and six yards on six targets.

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PositiveValueOct 6, 2026Footballguys

Nate Adkins is a late-game pivot option at tight end with only 0.1% roster percentage and Footballguys projects him to score 2.4 PPR points in Week 5; his Sunday afternoon game start and minimal ownership make him available for late-game lineup adjustments.

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NegativeRoleOct 3, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The source identifies Nate Adkins as one of the pass catchers available to Bo Nix when the ball isn't going to Waddle or Sutton, emphasizing the importance of spreading the ball around to keep defenses honest.

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PositiveRoleSep 29, 2026Mile High Report

Adkins 'runs really sneaky good routes out of blocking formations, which makes him a deadly outlet receiver in goal-line situations.' The source notes this is the second consecutive game where he caught a walk-in touchdown as an outlet receiver to the sideline, establishing a role-specific strength in the red zone.

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PositiveRoleSep 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Nate Adkins runs really sneaky good routes out of blocking formations, making him a deadly outlet receiver in goal-line situations. This is the 2nd game in a row where he's caught a walk-in touchdown as an outlet receiver to the sideline.

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NegativeUsageSep 29, 2026Mile High Report

Adkins played 23 snaps (34% of offensive plays) as the third tight end in Denver's multi-TE approach, but the tight end room was inefficient with only 1 catch for 8 yards and a TD on four targets combined.

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PositiveUsageSep 28, 2026Mile High Report

Adkins scored a touchdown in the game, celebrating with teammate Jaylen Waddle after the score. He was part of the Broncos' back-to-back scoring drives in the second half that tied the game and shifted momentum in the comeback.

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PositiveProjectionSep 28, 2026Turf Show Times

Caught touchdown pass from Bo Nix in third-quarter comeback drive; one of back-to-back touchdown receptions that helped Broncos tie the game after being down 16-0.

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PositiveUsageSep 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Nate Adkins caught a touchdown pass from Bo Nix in the Broncos' third-quarter comeback against the Rams in Week 3, part of back-to-back TD drives that helped Denver tie the game before the third quarter expired.

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PositiveBreakoutSep 28, 2026Mile High Report

Adkins caught his second touchdown of the season and now has back-to-back games with a touchdown. He played 34% of the snaps and seems to have a trusted role in the passing game when on the field.

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PositiveBreakoutSep 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Adkins caught his second touchdown of the season and now has back-to-back games with a touchdown. He played 34% of the snaps and 'seems to have a trusted role in the passing game when out there.'

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NegativeUsageSep 28, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Adkins took 37% of snaps and 24% of routes, recording 1 catch for 8 yards and 1 TD on 2 targets (6% target share, 5% air-yard share, 26 TPRR). He remains a depth option at tight end.

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PositiveRoleSep 28, 2026Mile High Report

TE Nate Adkins caught his second touchdown of the season and now has a touchdown in back-to-back games. The source identifies Adkins as a potential red zone weapon for the Broncos, noting that while the tight end position may not have an elite playmaker, if Adkins can continue to score in the red zone, he can be a real weapon for the team.

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PositiveRoleSep 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Adkins caught his second touchdown of the season and now has a touchdown in back-to-back games. The source notes that while the tight end position may not have an elite playmaker, if Adkins can score consistently in the red zone, he can be a real weapon for the Broncos offense.

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PositiveUsageSep 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Adkins caught one of Nix's two touchdown passes in the Broncos' comeback victory over the Rams.

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PositiveUsageSep 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Adkins was open at the goal line and caught an easy pitch-and-catch touchdown from Nix to put the Broncos back in the game during the third quarter.

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PositiveUsageSep 28, 2026Mile High Report

Adkins was targeted at the goal line for an easy pitch-and-catch touchdown, capitalizing on red zone opportunity and contributing to Denver's comeback from a 16-0 deficit.

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PositiveRoleSep 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Nate Adkins caught an 8-yard touchdown pass from Bo Nix in the third quarter, demonstrating involvement in the Broncos' red zone offense during their comeback against the Rams.

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PositiveNewsSep 28, 2026SleeperNFL

Another week, another TD for Nate Adkins‼️

Another week, another TD for Nate Adkins‼️

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PositiveBreakoutSep 25, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Adkins is rebounding after missing nearly half of 2025 due to injury and has emerged as an underrated contributor since signing with Denver as an undrafted free agent in 2024. Early in 2026, he's flashing as a reliable receiving option and run-game blocker, positioning him as a potential league-winner in deeper formats given his multi-position value.

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PositiveRoleSep 25, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Sean Payton praised third-year tight end Nate Adkins as a versatile contributor who excels in multiple roles. Adkins is a key blocker in Denver's rushing attack, serves as a safety outlet for QB Bo Nix, and has special teams value. In the Jaguars comeback win, he caught 3 of 3 targets for 32 yards and a TD. Payton highlighted his blocking in space and special teams abilities, describing him as a multi-faceted asset once assignments are clear.

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PositiveRoleSep 25, 2026Mile High Report

Adkins is rebounding from missing nearly half of 2025 due to injury and has emerged as a key contributor in Denver's offense. Third on the depth chart behind Engram and Trautman, Adkins has been a versatile blocker to kickstart Denver's rushing attack and serves as a safety outlet for Bo Nix. In Week 2 against Jacksonville, he posted 3 receptions on 3 targets for 32 yards and 1 TD. Sean Payton highlighted Adkins' value as a 'Swiss Army Knife' type player, praising his blocking in space and special teams abilities: 'He does a lot of things well. He can play in the kicking game; he blocks well...once you describe the assignment, he's really good blocking in space.'

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PositiveUsageSep 23, 2026Mile High Report

Adkins popped off from the tight end room in Week 2, demonstrating his value as a two-way tight end in the Broncos offense. His performance reflects the depth of talent available to Sean Payton's scheme, which can create plus situations for players at any depth on the roster.

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PositiveRoleSep 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Nate Adkins returned to action and balled out from the tight end position with 3 catches for 32 yards, including a touchdown on a play-action bootleg inside the 10-yard line.

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PositiveUsageSep 22, 2026Mile High Report

Nate Adkins balled out from the tight end position for the Broncos with 3 catches for 32 yards, including a touchdown on a play-action bootleg inside the 10. The source's welcome-back tone and emphasis on his performance suggest he is a viable fantasy option after missing last season, with both volume and scoring upside in the red zone.

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PositiveUsageSep 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Nate Adkins played 23 of 62 offensive snaps (37%) at tight end and recorded four touches (1 run, 3 catches), outpacing Evan Engram's one touch despite playing fewer snaps, suggesting emerging offensive role.

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PositiveUsageSep 22, 2026Mile High Report

Nate Adkins played 23 snaps (37% of offensive plays) at tight end and led the position group in touches with four (1 run, 3 catches), outpacing both Trautman and Engram in offensive involvement despite lower snap count.

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