Emmanuel Sanders Emerging As Trevor Siemian's Favorite Target

CINCINNATI (CBS4) - Denver Broncos quarterback Trevor Siemian seems to have found his favorite target at wideout.

Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders was targeted 11 times in the first half, totaling seven catches for 89 yards (12.7 avg.) with two touchdowns against the Cincinnati Bengals.

"His 41-yard touchdown reception in the second quarter was his fifth scoring catch covering at least 40 yards since he joined the Broncos in 2014, tying teammate Demaryius Thomas and four others for the fourth most in the NFL during that span," the Broncos said in a statement.

Most Receiving Touchdowns Of 40+ Yards, 2014-Present:

1. Odell Beckham Jr., NYG 8
DeSean Jackson, Was. 8
3. Jordy Nelson, G.B. 7
4. Emmanuel Sanders, Den. 5
Demaryius Thomas, Den. 5
A.J. Green, Cin. 5
Sammy Watkins, Buf. 5
Brandin Cooks, N.O. 5
Travis Benjamin, Cle./S.D. 5