WR Marvin Mims Jr. just became even more valuable to the Denver Broncos following rule change at NFL Annual League Meeting

The goal of this is to restore kickoff returns to relevancy instead of teams booting the ball through the back of the endzone for a touchback. There were 332 more kickoff returns in the NFL last season, and that number should increase in 2025 as teams could be hesitant to let opposing offenses start their drives from the 35-yard line.

That could create a big advantage for the Denver Broncos, who have arguably the best kick return specialist in the league in wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. In each of his first two seasons, Mims has been named an All-Pro and a Pro Bowler. He was also named to the PFWA All-Rookie team in 2023. 

Mims has returned 22 kickoffs in his career for 591 yards and one touchdowns, good for an impressive 16 yard average. He has also returned 45 punts for 720 yards. With the rule change, the 4.3 40-yard dash speedster may now get the opportunity not only for more kickoff returns, but more TDs. Mims could also set the Broncos' offense up nicely with better starting field position.

Not to be forgotten are his skills as a WR. Mims improved his reception total from 22 in 2023 to 39 in 2024, and increased his receiving yards from 337 to 503. He also became a much bigger scoring threat, catching six TDs after only getting one the year previous. If Mims can continue to evolve as a WR and remain an elite return man, he could set himself up for a nice payday down the line.