Pat Bryant caught 4-of-5 targets for 56 yards and a touchdown in the Broncos’ Week 9 win over the Panthers.

Active for the first time since Week 4, a returning Bryant (ankle) ended up leading the Broncos in receiving. Jaylen Waddle was forced to depart after only one target with a concussion. Bryant’s score, his second of the season, was a 26-yarder against broken coverage. Although his snaps were somewhat rationed following his month-long layoff, Bryant avoided setbacks and continues to look like a dark horse contender for No. 1 receiver duties in Denver. He’s a solid bench option heading into the Broncos’ Week 10 bye before their Week 11 return against the Raiders.