2022 third round tight end claimed off waivers
One day after the Broncos cut tight end Greg Dulcich, the Giants signed him off waivers. Dulcich has played in only four games this season for the Broncos, the team that drafted him in 2022. He has been a healthy scratch for eight straight weeks, playing behind Adam Trautman, Nate Adkins and Lucas Krull. Dulcich was the recipient of just 12 targets (5 receptions) this season on 46.5-percent Route Participation.
The UCLA product goes to a New York Giants team that is looking to build up its talent on offense, but are in flux, having just released quarterback Daniel Jones. The third-year tight end will complete for a spot with rookie Theo Johnson, Chris Manhertz and Daniel Bellinger. Johnson has been the starting tight end in New York, with 68.9-percent (No. 13) Route Participation. Dulcich was injured a large part of the 2023 season, but had a promising 2022 rookie season, earning 5.5 targets per game on 84.1-percent (No. 5) Route Participation.
– Joel Ybarra, @metaffb
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Greg Dulcich made a standout debut at Broncos training camp, showcasing his speed, explosiveness, and robust health, aligning perfectly with the team’s vision of him as a dynamic receiving threat. Coach Sean Payton is optimistic about Dulcich’s return, citing impressive stats such as his 12.1 yards per catch average and top-10 ranking among tight ends in PPR points during his rookie 2022 season. Standing tall at 6’4″ and drafted from UCLA, Dulcich faces challenges in Denver’s offense amidst inconsistent quarterback play and competition from fellow receivers. Despite these uncertainties, Dulcich’s vertical skills position him as an intriguing sleeper for a breakout season.
Meanwhile, Javonte Williams put to rest early doubts by dominating first-team reps in all drills at camp. Despite recovering from a serious knee injury in 2022, Williams wrestled with efficiency issues like missed tackles and yards after contact, finishing as RB31 last season, prompting concerns about his physical readiness and competition from Jaleel McLaughlin. As Denver’s primary early-down back in an offense that faltered with Russell Wilson in 2023, fantasy managers should approach Williams cautiously, viewing him as a mid-range RB2 or RB3 for 2024. However, there is growing optimism about his potential to rebound strongly and secure his starting role amidst competition within the Broncos’ backfield.
Both Greg Dulcich and Javonte Williams showcased their talents during the closed-ramp-up practice. Dulcich, absent from practice since September due to prior injuries, impressed with improved physical conditioning and on-field performance, earning praise from Coach Payton. Similarly, Williams displayed renewed explosiveness after shedding weight as suggested by Payton, aiming to recapture his rookie form when he led the league in broken tackles. Despite facing challenges, both players are focused on solidifying their roles in Denver’s offense as they gear up for the 2024 season
Greg’s Dulcich’s 2023 season is done, as the Broncos failed to open his 21 day practice window.
The Denver Broncos have been without tight end Greg Dulcich since week 6, when he reinjured the hamstring that initially landed him on the Injured Reserve in Week 1. The Broncos activated Dulcich from the IR on December 13th and he was close to returning in Week 16, but a sudden foot injury prevented that from happening and ultimately ended his season.
In his 2 seasons with the Broncos, Dulcich has only played 12 games, earning 36 receptions for 436 yards and 2 touchdowns. Duclich has only appeared in 2 games 2023 earning 3 receptions for 25 yards. Dulcich is under contract until 2025, but with this new regime and his injury history, it remains to be seen if Dulcich is part of the long term plans of the Broncos moving forward. Dulcich was a promising prospect who showed flashes his rookie season, however, he will need to earn his role in training camp and stay healthy in order for him to secure longevity in Denver.
Broncos place TE Greg Dulcich on IR after re-injuring his hamstring.
Denver Broncos sophomore tight end, Greg Dulcich, has been re-shelved with a re-injury to his hamstring, according to Mike Klis on Twitter. Dulcich missed time with the same injury in 2022 at the beginning and end of the schedule and missed time earlier this season. The Broncos placed him on IR and expect him to miss at least four weeks.
Adam Trautman, Denver head coach Sean Payton’s hand-picked tight end brought in from his time with the Saints, will likely see the majority of snap share.
