After being elected to the 2025 Pro Bowl in December, Denver Broncos receiver/returner Marvin Mims became just the second player in franchise history to reach the all-star game in each of his first two seasons.
The Broncos’ three first-team selections are the franchise’s most since 2016. Denver’s five total AP All-Pro selections are also the most in the same season in nearly 20 years, when six players earned the honor following the Broncos’ 1996 season.
Anything to get the ball into Mims’ hands more, so he can show off those fast feet. The speedy returner/receiver/runner has become a dynamic, multifaceted threat for the playoff-bound Broncos — a game-changer on special teams and as part of the Bo Nix-led offense.
To start, Marvin Mims Jr. was counted on mostly as a returner. Then, some receiver was thrown in. Now, he’s also seeing time in the backfield.
Denver Broncos cornerback Patrick Surtain II and wide receiver/return specialist Marvin Mims were named to the third-annual NFL Players Association All-Pro team, the NFLPA announced Wednesday. The award — voted on by NFL players only — is unrelated to the Associated Press All-Pro team selections, which will be revealed later this week.
Marvin Mims has made the most of his chances in recent weeks, first from the backfield and more recently as his reps at receiver trend up.
The Denver Broncos have a bonafide playmaker and the onus is on Sean Payton to scheme Marvin Mims Jr. touches.
Cornerback Pat Surtain II and punt returner Marvin Mims Jr. were named to the third annual NFLPA Players' All-Pro team, the NFL Players Association announced Wednesday. Their selection marks the first time the Broncos have had a pair of players selected, as Surtain was the lone representative in each of the last two years.
Against a Kansas City Chiefs defense with backups all over the field -- the Chiefs had the AFC's No. 1 seed and playoff bye clinched -- the Broncos faced a first-and-10 from the C
Bo Nix’s touchdown pass to Marvin Mims traveled 67 air yards, making it the longest completion in the NFL this season.
It starts with ownership, the coach and the QB. But solid defense and special teams were also major contributors to the Broncos' turnaround.
Lamar Jackson beat out Josh Allen, and Ja'Marr Chase and Justin Jefferson are unanimous choices for The Associated Press 2024 NFL All-Pro Team.