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WATCH: Broncos WR Seth Williams catches TD pass against Cowboys

Seth Williams touchdown! Broncos take a 7-0 lead over the Cowboys.

Denver Broncos wide receiver Seth Williams caught a one-year touchdown pass from quarterback Josh Johnson in the second quarter of Saturday’s preseason game against the Dallas Cowboys.

Here’s video of the play, courtesy of Denver’s official Twitter page:

This is exactly the kind of play that was typical from Tim Patrick, who will miss the entire 2022 season with a knee injury. With a similar size (6-3, 211 pounds) and skill-set to Patrick, Williams will aim to win a larger role on offense with the Broncos this summer.

Midway through the second quarter, Denver leads Dallas 7-0.

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Auburn Football: The top 10 all-time receivers in program history

Auburn has had some great receivers, here are the 10 best in program history.

Auburn is more known for their running backs but they have also had some impressive receivers.

The first to come to mind is [autotag]Terry Beasley[/autotag] who was part of an unstoppable connection with [autotag]Pat Sullivan[/autotag]. Beasley’s records will be tough for anyone to break but [autotag]Tyrone Goodson [/autotag]and [autotag]Karsten Bailey[/autotag] came close back in the 1990’s.

[autotag]Seth Williams[/autotag] has been Auburn’s best recent receiver before he left for the NFL. Other notable receivers this millennium include [autotag]Emory Blake[/autotag], [autotag]Darvin Adams[/autotag], and [autotag]Courtney Taylor[/autotag].

While none of Auburn’s current receivers are likely to wind up on this list, the Tigers have some talented but unproven targets who are looking to breakout during the 2022 season. Here is a look at the 10 leading receivers in Auburn history.

Broncos protect 4 practice squad players for Week 5

The Broncos protected WR Tyrie Cleveland, LB Curtis Robinson, C/G Austin Schlottmann and WR Seth Williams on the practice squad this week.

The Denver Broncos have protected four practice squad players ahead of their Week 5 showdown with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Denver protected wide receiver Tyrie Cleveland, linebacker Curtis Robinson, guard/center Austin Schlottmann and wide receiver Seth Williams, according to the NFL’s transaction wire. The Broncos also signed receiver Josh Malone to the practice squad on Tuesday.

Cleveland and Williams were likely protected in case receiver/returner Diontae Spencer (chest) has not recovered in time for Sunday’s game. Schlottmann was likely protected in case Graham Glasgow (knee) is ruled out again this week.

Denver’s protected players are not allowed to leave the Broncos’ practice squad to join another team’s active roster this week. The unprotected players can leave the team if offered a spot on another team’s 53-man roster.

Last week, Denver signed wide receiver David Moore off the Las Vegas Raiders’ practice squad. Moore might now be poised to serve as the team’s No. 3 receiver as an injury replacement.

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4 ways the Broncos can replace injured WR KJ Hamler

Trade candidates, free agents and practice squad WRs could come into play or the Broncos.

After losing KJ Hamler (torn ACL), the Denver Broncos will need to add more depth at wide receiver this week. Here’s a quick look at four different ways the Broncos can address the situation.

Lions 2021 NFL draft: A wide receiver for every round

Identifying a WR prospect for each round of the 2021 NFL Draft for the Detroit Lions

The ongoing series of Detroit Lions prospects at a position for each round of the 2021 NFL draft moves to offense. After covering linebackers, safeties and cornerbacks, the shift to wide receiver spotlights the biggest positional need on offense.

Right now, the Lions depth chart is loaded with NFL journeymen on short-term deals. Tyrell Williams, Breshad Perriman and Kalif Raymond are the top three after signing in free agency, with holdover Quintez Cephus and 2020 opt-out Geronimo Allison rounding out the crew.

In short, wide receiver a position of dire long-term need for both high-end impact and depth for Detroit. Expect at least one Lions pick to get devoted to wide receiver, and it’s certainly possible multiple WRs come off the board to the Lions in this deep, diverse draft class.

The projected rounds here are based on a sampling of mock drafts and projections as of April 10. The Lions do not have picks in the sixth or seventh round as of now but we included prospects for those rounds just in case…

Coach Harsin impressed by sophomore wide receiver Ja’Varrius Johnson

Auburn head coach Bryan Harsin had high praise for sophomore wide receiver Ja’Varrius Johnson after the Tigers’ first scrimmage Thursday.

Auburn head coach Bryan Harsin had high praise for sophomore wide receiver Ja’Varrius Johnson after the Tigers’ first scrimmage Thursday.

“He’s been one of the more consistent players, day in and day out, as far as his execution and preparation. Being able to come off the ball and be an explosive player play after play, the great ones who play that position at wide receiver, that’s what they do. He’s played faster, and he’s done it more consistently. He’s made some plays in practice.”

As a senior out of Hewitt Trussville High School, Johnson recorded 87 receptions for 1,683 yards and 15 touchdowns. His first two seasons at Auburn have been less than ideal as he has not yet recorded any stats. As a redshirt freshman he suffered from a sports-related hernia and last season only saw game action against Georgia.

The Tigers wide receiver corps last season was filled with veteran leadership, but now that former starters Seth Williams, Eli Stove, and Anthony Schwartz have departed for the NFL, this spring is Johnson’s time to prove himself capable as a starter.

Offensive coordinator Mike Bobo shared his thoughts on what makes Johnson a standout player:

“The bottom line is that you get out there, you notice guys on tape – are they coming off the ball, creating space making plays? He has made plays for two days. His ability to get off the ball with speed and urgency has put pressure on the defense. I think we got to get all these receivers exploding off that football and creating stress on the defense, whether we’re running a 6-yard route or a 9 route, which is a go ball or takeoff. He’s looked the same every time. When we’re run blocking, you got to explode off the ball, and he’s been doing that.”

Ja’Varrius Johnson brings consistency and talent to a youthful wide receiver corps. 158 days separate fans from the start of the season and while it is still unclear who Auburn’s starters will be at wide receiver, it is clear that Johnson’s breakout spring performance sets a standard for all receivers moving forward.

Pro Day preview for March 18: Potential Giants targets

A quick breakdown of the Pro Days being held on March 18 and who the New York Giants may be scouting at each.

The college pro days continue on Thursday with eight schools holding workouts featuring their draft-eligible players. One school – Louisiana-Monroe – did not have any players rated by any of the top draft sites although they had one invited to the Combine in RB Josh Johnson.

Here’s the schedule and some possible players the New York Giants could be targeting.

Four former Auburn players invited to 2021 NFL Scouting Combine

Four former Auburn Tigers have been invited to the 2021 NFL Scouting Combine which will be held at the college’s Pro Day.

The list of invitees to the 2021 NFL Scouting Combine is out and four Auburn players have made the cut.

Former Tigers K.J. Britt, Anthony Schwartz, Jamien Sherwood and Seth Williams will represent Auburn at the yearly event that, due to COVID-19 issues, will be held quite differently this season. Instead of the traditional workouts being held in Indianapolis, players will work out for NFL teams at their respective college’s Pro Day.

Britt missed the majority of the 2020 season after undergoing surgery for a thumb injury following the Georgia game in Week 2. Expected to be one of the defensive leaders, he recorded 69 total tackles, 10 tackles for a loss and 2.5 sacks while forcing a fumble in 2019 as a junior.

As a junior in 2020, Schwartz recorded 54 receptions for 636 yards and three touchdowns while Williams once again led the Tigers in receiving yards with 760 on 47 receptions and four touchdowns.

Sherwood made 75 total tackles with three tackles for a loss and one sack while recovering one fumble from the defensive back position.

All-Auburn Offensive Team during Gus Malzahn era

Taking a look at the elite of the elite for Auburn on offense during the eight years of the Gus Malzahn era on the Plains.

The Gus Malzahn era at Auburn started out with a bang on the offensive side of the ball has Nick Marshall, Tre Mason and company lit the scoreboard on fire on their way to a SEC title and spot in the BCS National Championship Game.

While the Tigers’ offense would never reach those heights again under Malzahn during his eight years in charge, there were still plenty of great offensive players to come to the Plains during that time.

But who is the top of the top and the elite of the elite? We name our All-Auburn Offensive Team from the Malzahn era along with who would serve as second string.

(Note: When it comes to offensive linemen, we did not choose someone for each position but the top five guys that made the biggest impact.)

Auburn wide receiver Seth Williams to declare for NFL Draft

Auburn wide receiver Seth Williams will reportedly forego his senior season and enter the 2021 NFL Draft.

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Auburn will be looking for a new leading wide receiver next season.

Seth Williams has announced he will forego his senior season on the Plains and enter the 2021 NFL Draft. In 11 games this season, Williams caught 47 passes for 760 yards and four touchdowns, including two in the season opener against Kentucky.

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Here’s his scouting report over at The Draft Network.

PROS: He’s got prototypical size and skill set to be an “X” in the NFL. A natural hands catcher with strong hands who rarely allows the ball to get into his frame, Williams rarely double catches the football. He likely won’t win against press coverage with foot quickness, however when he learns to use his hands and excellent functional strength, he wont have an issue off the line of scrimmage. Fearless when catching slants over the middle and is very good in contested catch situations.  In the NFL he will be a red zone nightmare for defenses in slant, fades, 50/50 balls and back shoulder situations. He will have no problems excelling on special teams, if needed in order to roster.

CONS: He doesn’t have good separation agility at the top of the route and likely won’t win with quickness against man coverage in this way — has some stiffness in his hips.  Unless he gets better at defeating press, coordinators will have to get creative with how you use him, relative to getting off the line and possibly scheming him open. He will likely have limited route tree and doesn’t project well to run every route.