WR Jaylen Waddle on role in Broncos offense: ``I don't think so.'' 1 is different.''

Denver Broncos rookie wide receiver Jaylen Waddle downplayed his role in Sean Payton's offense, saying he just came to help win games in any way he could.

Jaylen Waddle has brought juice to the AFC's No. 1 Denver Broncos, adding a playmaker who can win before and after the catch.

Trading for Waddle, for whom the Broncos paid a handsome price, covers Denver's biggest weakness this season and gives Bo Nix a target for the defensive line along with Cortland Sutton.But Waddle shouldn't be called target 1.

"I don't think there's a No. 1, everybody's here to play and win games," he said Wednesday, via the team's official transcript."That's the end goal for the team and for the organization."

Waddle brings versatility and playmaking to Sean Payton's offense that he lacked last year.Through 2022, the 27-year-old averages 15.0 yards per catch, third-most at the time, according to research (min. 200 catches).His ability to grow inside or outside brings more creativity to Payton's plans.

"I think in my time, I've had a chance to play everywhere," Waddle said."So I think it helps to know the offense inside and out, to be able to put me in different spots. I think that's always helpful, just being able to go around and play different positions."

Waddle had a slump the past two seasons, but that was more a product of an ineffective offense than talent.In his first three seasons, he generated 251 receptions, 3,385 receiving yards and 18 receiving TDs.He is one of six players to have 70+ receptions and 1,000+ receiving yards in each of his first three seasons.

Waddell's biggest strength is his ability to create separation against any coverage, giving the quarterback an easy read and target.Having him play in the middle of the field fills a significant hole in the Broncos offense and makes life easier for the Knicks.He also brings requisite YAC ability, averaging 5.7 yards per reception since 2022, third among WRs with 200+ receptions (behind Deebo Samuel and Poka Nakoa) according to Next Generation Stats

However, the former No. 6 overall pick played down the significance of his additions, noting that the entire WR room needs a skill set.

"I think I'm just going to bring another point guard on the team. Someone who can help out and try to play as well as possible," he said. "I think it's going to be a fun group. They have a lot of talent: Cort, Marv (Marvin Mims Jr.), Troy (Franklin), Pat (Bryant), Lil' Jordan (Humphrey). I'm here to help in any way, making plays and learning. I'm really happy to learn from them and it should be great."learn from me.'

It's a solid band that looks significantly better with the Waddle name on top.