Dec 15, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) celebrates his touchdown reception with wide receiver Devaughn Vele (17) in the fourth quarter against the Indianapolis Colts at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images / Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

The Denver Broncos ' decision to trade Devaughn Vele on Wednesday evening speaks volumes about how the team views its current pass-catching room. Many pundits believed Vele was suited to be the No. 2 receiver in 2025. At least until training camp began.

Denver sent their second-year receiver–a former 7th-round pick–to the New Orleans Saints for a 2026 4th-round pick and a 2027 7th-rounder. The Broncos fleeced the Saints. Not only was it a win for the Broncos in the future, but it’s a great sign for Denver’s wide receiver depth in 2025.