Denver Broncos Give Colorado WR Will Sheppard Minicamp Tryout

The Denver Broncos are giving former Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Will Sheppard a tryout opportunity at their mandatory minicamp as they evaluate potential talent for their roster. Sheppard, who transferred from Vanderbilt and had a productive 2024 season with Colorado, including 48 receptions for 621 yards and six touchdowns, was initially signed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent but was released after failing a physical. He later passed a physical in Denver and is now competing for a spot among a crowded Broncos wide receiver group under head coach Sean Payton, who is known for finding impactful players during minicamps. Standing 6-foot-3 with impressive explosiveness, Sheppard posted strong pro day metrics such as a 40.5-inch vertical jump and broad jump, aligning with Payton's preference for big receivers with athletic traits. While the Broncos have multiple young receivers on their roster and in rookie tryouts, Payton emphasized that tryout players can earn roster spots through strong performance. Sheppard's tryout reflects the Broncos' ongoing search for developmental players who can contribute in the future, with his experience and physical attributes making him a notable candidate.