The 2020 NFL Draft features one of the deepest receiving groups the league has ever seen.

Coincidentally, the Denver Broncos enter the 2020 Draft with one of the weakest wide receiving corps in the NFL.

Drew Lock showed promise as a rookie partially due to Courtland Sutton developing into one of the league’s best young receivers but the lack of complementary playmakers surrounding Denver’s young receiver-quarterback duo was clear.

Both players would greatly benefit from another playmaker at receiver and the rumors are that the Broncos plan on adding at least one from this potentially historic class. To help break down this incoming class of playmakers, here are 20 receivers Denver could be targeting and how they would fit in at Mile High.

The Big Three

Ceedee Lamb, WR, Oklahoma

Oklahoma consistently has one of the most prolific offenses in college football and continues to churn out exceptional NFL prospects, Lamb is next in line.

Lamb’s game is all about strength and physicality. He is the best wide receiver in this class with the ball in his hands and refuses to be tackled.

Despite the rather average 4.5 40-yard dash, Lamb’s game speed is very good and he consistently hits a second gear with the ball in his hands.

Run blocking is another strength and gives Lamb a chance to showcase his strength and physicality even when he is not carrying the ball.

While Lamb has many pro-ready traits, he could use further development in the more technical areas like route running and releasing off the line. Lamb would give the Broncos a versatile weapon that could lineup outside and in the slot. He would be a great complement to Courtland Sutton and can make plays at all three levels off the field. Lamb has the highest ceiling of any wide receiver in this class.

Jerry Jeudy, WR, Alabama

Jeudy’s potential was evident as a sophomore in 2018 when he won the Biletnikoff Award as the nation’s best wide receiver.

He is a tremendous talent that wins consistently with a lethal blend of route running and run after the catch ability.

Jeudy is the best route runner in this class and shows the ability to manipulate defenders like a puppet master.

Those traits make Jeudy the most polished and pro-ready receiver in the 2020 Draft.

Jeudy would be an instant starter in the Mile High City, he can play outside or in the slot with the ability to attack all three levels off the field. His presence would make Pat Shurmur’s job easier with his natural ability to separate and create explosive plays after the catch.

Henry Ruggs III, WR, Alabama

The fastest player in the draft, Henry Ruggs’ 4.27 40-yard dash is tied for the second-fastest time among receivers dating back to 2006.

However, speed does not completely describe Ruggs. He shows route running ability and has some of the biggest (10 ⅛ inches) and most reliable hands in this receiver class.

While Ruggs showcases big-play ability, he lacks the ideal size and wiggle of a top-tier NFL receiver. He could struggle when he has to create his own space and when lining up against some of the NFL’s strongest corners.

If drafted, Ruggs would be a game-changer for the Broncos offensively. His speed combined with Lock’s arm strength would give Denver big-play ability from anywhere on the field. Ruggs would demand the attention of the opposing defense and could dictate coverage when he’s on the field. With coaching and development, Ruggs could become one of the most versatile and dangerous weapons in the NFL.

Round-One Contenders

Justin Jefferson, WR, LSU

Jefferson was a highly productive receiver that contributed to LSU’s record-breaking offense and National Championship in 2019.

He is one of the most complete wide receivers in this year’s draft that wins with route running, speed and after the catch playmaking ability. Jefferson has very good hands and can make a variety of difficult catches.

There are not many concerns about Jefferson’s game except for the fact that he played out of the slot which resulted in free releases and matchup advantages.

Denzel Mims, WR, Baylor

Mims was a draft season riser that lit up the Senior Bowl and NFL Combine. He has a tantalizing combination of size and speed measuring in at 6-foot-3, 207 pounds with a 4.38 40-yard dash.

Despite poor quarterback play, Mims was able to use his natural traits to put up some impressive numbers at Baylor. Body control, contested-catch ability and a great understanding of how to use leverage against defensive backs downfield are impressive aspects to Mims’ game.

Showing more polish than past Baylor receiver prospects, Mims needs to improve as a route runner and show that he can get open with technique and manipulation upon entering the NFL.

Tee Higgins, WR, Clemson

Clemson’s leading receiver in 2019, Higgins was a big-play and touchdown machine. He has very good body control and size with a huge catch radius.

With one of the biggest wingspans in this class, Higgins makes some crazy sideline catches and is a red-zone weapon.

He does not always play up to his size, has average long speed and is an outlier athletically but Higgins has good natural traits that would give Denver a “Twin Towers” one-two punch at receiver.

Michael Pittman Jr., WR, USC

The son of the former 11-year NFL running back, Pittman is the closest thing to Courtland Sutton in this class.

Pittman was USC’s leading receiver the last two seasons and caught 101 passes in 2019. He has natural size, speed, hands and tracks the football with ease.

It would be no surprise to see Pittman become a long-time NFL veteran like his father.

Chase Claypool, WR, Notre Dame

Claypool has the best size-speed combination in this class. He measured in at 6-foot-4, 238 pounds and ran a 4.42 40-yard dash.

While having value as a big-bodied vertical threat, Claypool will make an instant impact on special teams in the NFL where he was an impactful gunner for the Irish.

For his size, Claypool is an impressive receiver and should stick at the position in the NFL. He lacks polish and technique but has a high ceiling.

Brandon Aiyuk, WR, Arizona State

Aiyuk is a one-year wonder that has fantastic run after the catch and return ability. He is a threat to score from anywhere on the field and makes big plays look effortless.

The talent is as noticeable as his inexperience. Route running and blocking are areas that Aiyuk must improve in order to hit his ceiling.

Having to drop out of the Senior Bowl due to injury, Aiyuk elected to get core surgery earlier this month. Assuming he is healthy for training camp, it’s possible for the former Arizona State receiver to make a big impact as a rookie.

Jalen Reagor, WR, TCU

An extremely explosive receiver that jumped out of Lucas Oil Stadium at the NFL Combine. He struggled through spotty quarterback play resulting in below-average production in 2019.

Reagor has very good play speed and will be valuable as a returner and gadget player as a rookie.

While still raw as a route runner, if Reagor can improve his play strength he could become an impactful receiver with versatility in the screen, reverse and run game.

Day-Two Targets

Bryan Edwards, WR, South Carolina

Injuries halted any momentum Edwards had entering the 2020 offseason and was forced to withdraw from the Senior Bowl and Combine events. However, the tape Edwards put out for the 2019 season is impressive in multiple areas.

With a good understanding of leverage and body control, Edwards is one of the best route runners in this class. Edwards plays in a similar fashion to former Gamecock and 49er’s rookie standout, Deebo Samuel.

K.J. Hamler, WR, Penn State

One of the fastest players at the position, Hamler has the potential to make a big impact in the NFL as a rookie. Only measuring in at 5-foot-9, 178 pounds, durability and play strength are the questions surrounding Hamler.

The NFL team that selects Hamler will be able to use him instantly as a returner and in gadget situations. The hope is he can further develop as a technician at receiver and stay healthy to become a quality deep threat.

Van Jefferson, WR, Florida

After playing at Ole Miss from 2015-2017, Jefferson transferred to Florida where he led the Gators in receiving the last two seasons. He is a long, wiry target that has excellent movement in his hips and feet for his size.

The son of former NFL player and current NFL receivers coach, Shawn Jefferson, Van is one of the most polished technicians and route runners in this class.

While he lacks speed and agility, Jefferson could push to be a starting slot receiver as a rookie.

K.J. Hill, WR, Ohio State

Hill became the all-time receptions leader at Ohio State in 2019. Considering the amount of talent that Ohio State has produced at the position over the last 25 years, it’s a very impressive feat.

Hill was a super reliable slot receiver from 2016-2019. He shows good route-running ability and hands but lacks ideal physical traits. He is a polished player that is poised to make an impact early out of the slot.

James Proche, WR, SMU

Proche had a very productive career at SMU and saw overall increases in his production every season. He has some of the best and most reliable hands in this class showing the natural ability to pluck the ball out of the air with an impressive catch radius.

Inconsistencies in route running, releases, play strength and play speed are the concerns for Proche. Upon entering an NFL program, Proche has the potential to follow the footsteps of Emmanuel Sanders and Courtland Sutton to be the next star receiver out of SMU.

Devin Duvernay, WR, Texas

The first three seasons of Duvernay’s career were underwhelming production-wise. He blew up in 2019 with 106 receptions, 1386 yards and nine touchdowns. Built thick and compact, he can absorb and dish out contact to defenders that attempt to tackle him. At the NFL Combine, Duvernay showed off his track-star speed with a 4.39 40-yard dash. 

Duvernay plays like a running back at receiver in all aspects including his weaknesses. He does not impress with his ball skills, hands or route running. Duvernay could struggle to become more than a gadget player with return ability.

Antonio Gandy-Golden, WR, Liberty

Liberty made the jump to FBS in 2018 with Gandy-Golden playing a large part of their success their first two seasons in college football’s premier league. While they still played some FCS and lower-tier FBS programs, Gandy-Golden popped off the film and was the best player on the field in multiple contests.

AGG struggled at times when facing better competition at the Senior Bowl but he is an intriguing size-speed prospect that has one of the most impressive highlight reels in this class. He is raw in many phases but has one of the highest ceilings of any prospect this year.

Tyler Johnson, WR, Minnesota

The leading receiver for the resurgent Minnesota Gophers the last three seasons, Johnson often looked like a man amongst boys. His ability to play above the rim and make jaw-dropping contested catches showcased his potential to be an excellent red-zone weapon at the next level.

However, that might be the extent of Johnson’s value. He is limited athletically and lacks the skills as a route runner to be a contributor between the 20’s.

Donovan Peoples-Jones, WR, Michigan

Peoples-Jones struggled to produce impressive numbers at Michigan but has the physical traits to warrant a day two selection. DPJ measured in at 6-foot-2, 212 pounds and had the best results for a receiver in the vertical and broad jump at the NFL Combine. Factor in the 4.48 40-yard dash and it’s easy to see how he could be a better NFL player than college player.

While he lacks ideal refinement and technique, DPJ could make an impact out of the slot and as a punt returner in the NFL.

Gabriel Davis, WR, UCF

Davis was a productive deep threat for the Golden Knights in 2019 with intriguing size and physicality. He’s able to make catches outside of his frame and tracks the ball in the air at a good level.

Whether or not Davis can be more than a vertical threat is the question. He lacks ideal speed and must improve as a route runner to become more than a big downfield target.