Pat Bryant Vows to Dominate: ‘This is My Moment, and I’m Taking Full Advantage’
As the Denver Broncos continue to battle through their 2025 season, rookie wide receiver Pat Bryant is stepping into the spotlight with a bold and powerful message: “I’m not here to just take part — I’m here to make plays. This is my moment, and I’m taking full advantage of it. The Broncos are going to feel my impact.”
After being selected in the 3rd round of the 2025 NFL Draft, Bryant was seen by many as a promising young talent, but he’s quickly proven that he’s more than just a draft pick. His words are not just a statement of confidence — they reflect the mentality and determination that has defined his rookie season. As the Broncos face some struggles this year, Bryant’s rise has become a symbol of hope and energy for the team, as he continues to make plays that help drive the offense forward.
A Rookie on a Mission
From the moment he stepped onto the field, Bryant has had one goal in mind: to leave his mark on the game. “I’m not here to just take part,” Bryant said in a recent interview. “I’m here to make plays. This is my moment, and I’m taking full advantage of it.” And Bryant has delivered on that promise. His standout performances in recent games have shown that he’s not content with just being another piece of the puzzle — he wants to be the piece that makes the difference.
In a crucial game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Bryant showcased his skills by hauling in a game-changing 48-yard reception that helped set up a touchdown. He’s also shown excellent chemistry with quarterback Russell Wilson, making him a go-to target in key moments. Bryant’s ability to perform under pressure is exactly what the Broncos need as they continue their push for a playoff spot.
The Impact on the Team
While Bryant’s individual performance is impressive, what stands out even more is his impact on the Broncos as a whole. In a season marked by inconsistency, his energy and drive have been a breath of fresh air. His confidence is contagious, and his focus is evident in every route he runs and every catch he makes. The Broncos are starting to feel the presence of their rookie star.
Bryant’s determination to “make plays” has quickly earned him the respect of his teammates. "Pat's not just out here to catch passes," said veteran receiver Jerry Jeudy. "He's out here to change the game, and he's doing it. He’s a spark we needed."
The Future Looks Bright
For Bryant, this is only the beginning. As he continues to find success on the field, it’s clear that his confidence and work ethic will only grow stronger. The Broncos’ offense has struggled at times this season, but with Bryant rising to the occasion, the future is looking brighter. His willingness to step up and take full advantage of every opportunity is a reminder to his teammates that the season isn’t over — and that the Broncos still have a chance to achieve greatness.
“I’m here to dominate,” Bryant said. “This is my moment, and I’m going to make the most of it. The Broncos are going to feel my impact for the rest of the season.”
With the way he’s playing, there’s no doubt that Bryant’s impact will be felt for years to come. His future in Denver looks incredibly promising.
Spencer Carbery believes Capitals may have found good chemistry with forward lines against Kings
The Washington Capitals seem to have found their forward lines for the next few games.
With Pierre-Luc Dubois, a major part of the club’s top-six, out long-term due to injury, and the team’s long struggle to find depth scoring, the Caps have gone through several iterations of forward lines over the past couple of weeks. Head coach
Capitals 11/17 forward lines against Kings
Carbery has been particularly impressed with the recent play of his second line, featuring a rookie Justin Sourdif centering Aliaksei Protas and Tom Wilson. The Capitals have absolutely dominated their five-on-five minutes with the trio on the ice, seeing 74.9 percent of shot attempts, 89.8 percent of expected goals, 83.7 percent of scoring chances, and 86.2 percent of high-danger chances.
“When you make line changes, you’re watching to see if there’s any chemistry,” Carbery said Tuesday. “And so if there is, okay, one game, two games. But you really want to see it until it gets to that third game and fourth game. And it feels like to me that Sourdif line is starting to get to that point.
“We’re talking to each of the guys. They feel like they’re reading off of one another. They’re communicating well. All the guys are playing well. Their underlying numbers are good. The film looks really good, Sourdif looks really comfortable. Hopefully, this is something that can stay together for a significant amount of time.”
Carbery also separated Nic Dowd and Brandon Duhaime, who have rarely played apart since Duhaime signed with the Capitals in July 2024. Dowd took up third-line center duties between Ryan Leonard and Anthony Beauvillier on Monday, and the experiment worked: the Capitals did not give up a single high-danger chance during their five-on-five minutes together and owned 64.5 percent of expected goals.
“Dowder last night, I thought he was excellent,” Carbery said. “I thought he did a really good job with that line with Beau and Leno. Leno makes a few great plays, they keep some pucks alive, so there was some good chemistry there.”
The Capitals’ new top line of Alex Ovechkin, Dylan Strome, and Connor McMichael, also had a major impact on the scoresheet for a second straight game. Since being united, the three have combined for seven points (3g, 4a) in two games.
Ovechkin’s goal against the Kings proved to be the game-winner, and his goal against the Devils this past weekend earned the Capitals a point by forcing the game to overtime.
“They score a goal (against the Kings),” Carbery said. “That’s what you need them to do because they end up on the plus side. They had some difficult assignments and some tough shifts, but at the end of the game, they’re plus one. They score the game-winning goal. So, yeah, I would agree with hopefully it’s a sign of things to come and we can keep some lines together for a significant amount [of time] or a decent stretch.”
The Capitals will face another tough test for their new lines when they host Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday night, looking to string two wins together for the first time in over three weeks.
