Troy Franklin officially began his NFL journey in April when he was drafted in the fourth round of the 2024 draft by the Denver Broncos.
Now, the former Oregon Ducks receiver has signed his first professional contract.
The Denver Broncos announced on Saturday that Franklin has signed his four-year rookie deal, making him the last player in the Broncos’ 2024 draft class—including former Oregon quarterback Bo Nix—to finalize their contract.
Franklin was initially projected as a first- or second-round pick in many mock drafts, so it was surprising to many when he fell to Denver in the fourth round at pick No. 102.
Franklin served as the top receiver for Nix, a Heisman finalist, in Oregon’s dynamic passing offense. After accumulating 1,100 receiving yards in his first two collegiate seasons, Franklin had a breakout year in 2023, recording 81 catches for 1,383 yards and 14 touchdowns. He had eight 100-yard games in 13 contests.
This offseason, Nix will compete with Zach Wilson for the starting quarterback position, potentially setting up a reunion with Franklin in live-game action next season. Regardless of the outcome, expect the QB-WR duo to get significant reps together during preseason play. Denver’s first preseason game is on August 11 against the Indianapolis Colts.
The Broncos will kick off their regular season on Sunday, September 8 in Seattle against the Seahawks. Oregon fans eager to see Nix and Franklin in action won’t have to travel far to watch the rookies make their Week 1 debut.
