Check out these highlights of Broncos tryout TE Mikey Harrison
Check out these highlights of Broncos tryout TE Mikey Harrison
The Denver Broncos are searching high and low for players to round out the 90-man roster. This time, they didn't have to look too far, inviting wide receiver/tight end Michael Harrison from the University of Colorado down the road to their Dove Valley headquarters for rookie minicamp, which takes place this week.
Harrison (6-3, 190 pounds) caught passes from touted NFL prospect Shedeur Sanders in 2023, before transferring to the San Diego State Aztecs in 2024.
In 2023, Harrison had his best statistical season, hauling in 31 passes for 284 yards and five touchdowns. With those five scores, Harrison set a Buffalo record for most touchdowns in a season by a walk-on. Harrison was nominated for the Burlsworth Trophy, awarded to the most outstanding college football walk-on.
Harrison also saw time on special teams at Colorado, which may be a boon for Broncos special teams coach Darren Rizzi. It will remain to be seen if the former Buff can catch on in the state where he played his best football.
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