Broncos 2025 Draft: Defense Shines, Offense Seeks More Power

0:00On March 18th, the Denver Broncos went into the 2025 draft, looking to build defensive depth and grab some key offensive fits. They picked cornerback Jade Verran 20th overall in the first round, running back RJ Harvey in the second and added more pieces like wide. Receiver Pat Bryant and others later on, while they didn't snag a superstar, the class earned a solid B-grade for filling roster gaps without major splashes. On offense, RJ Harvey turned into a standout right away. The second rounder from UCF played all 17 regular season games, stepping up big after JK Doppins got hurt. He powered through short yardage spots, scored 12 touchdowns, and even caught check downs from quarterback Bonix, earning comparisons to Alvin, Kamara, from Sean Payton's Saints days. Defensively, first rounder Jade Verran rotated as a nickel corner in dime packages, but couldn't grab a starting spot. Later picks like defensive inside Vian Jones, and outside linebacker K Robinson flashed

1:02past rushed potential, yet fell short as full time. Contributors, with Robinson battling injuries early on, wide receiver Pat Bryant pushed for the number 3 receiver role before concussion sidelined him, and sixth round punter Jeremy Crosshaw shone. Bright, landing all rookie honors with top tier punts inside the 20 yard line. Overall, the draft helped fuel one of the league's best defenses last year, but the Broncos now eye more offensive firepower heading into the 20. 26 draft to build on that momentum.