The Ringer Fantasy Football Show on Pat Bryant

PodcastFantasy Sleepers for 2026 With Hayden Winks and Josh Norris, Part 1July 23, 2026

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the first three plays were just to Pat Bryant behind the line of scrimmage, really. And that's our guy, Pat Bryant.

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Received early-down targets behind line of scrimmage in playoff game.

Bryant received targets behind the line of scrimmage in the Broncos-Bills playoff game, with the first three plays going to him. The source notes this reflects Sean Payton's offensive scheme and Bo Nix's limitations on intermediate middle-of-field throws.

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Bryant caught 4 of 6 targets for 42 yards but had drop and holding penalty.

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Bryant's holding penalty on goal-line play costs Broncos potential touchdown.

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Received heavy involvement in Week 1 despite being a lower-profile target. Out-targeted both Waddle and Sutton, suggesting Davis Webb's game plan pri...

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Bryant led Broncos targets in Week 1 but low usage limits immediate fantasy viability.

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Pat Bryant is a high-end handcuff with short-term appeal

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Led team in target share Monday; routes expected to flip Sutton.

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