The Broncos have welcomed wide receiver Tim Patrick back to the practice field after he missed all of last season due to a torn Achilles. However, another key member of the receiving corps, Courtland Sutton, has been absent from voluntary workouts. Sutton’s absence is not due to injury, but rather his search for a new contract. It seems he will not be rejoining the team before the end of OTAs.
Sean Payton, head coach of the Broncos, expressed that he is not worried about Sutton’s absence. He stated that the situation will resolve itself and that he is confident that Sutton will return to the team soon. Despite reports that teams inquired about trading for Sutton, the Broncos have declined such offers. As the team prepares for mandatory minicamp, it appears that Sutton will continue to miss out on team activities. Payton remains unfazed by this decision and does not see it as a cause for concern.
Sutton’s absence has left a void in the Broncos receiving corps and it remains to be seen how they will fill this gap without him. The team has already signed some free agents and traded for receivers but it might not be enough to replace Sutton’s production and impact on the team.