WR Troy Franklin: Franklin had two catches for 12 yards to end an underwhelming regular season. In the last four games, the former Oregon wide receiver had 45 yards on seven receptions. Franklin has the talent to be a threat, but it’s going to take time.

Sean Payton has a monumental task in preparing his team for Sunday's wild-card game at Buffalo, so the second-year Denver Broncos coach isn't wasting time relishing in proving his doubters wrong.