Broncos Draft: Flexibility & Priorities

0:00On April 22nd, the Denver Broncos are gearing up for the 2026 NFL Draft, sitting 62 picks back with seven total selections in. Hand, no screaming needs on the roster, means GM George Patton has real flexibility, making predictions tricky, but fun to game out. Fans on X and YouTube are buzzing with questions, by who might get replaced first? Eyes are on contract-year starters such as Safety Brand and Jones, Corners Riley Moss and Jawquah McMillian, Titan Evan Ingram, and left guard Ben, Powers, Aging Tackle's Garrett Bullis and Mike McLinchee also scream for long-term backups. Running back Mike Washington, Jr. from Arkansas, fits the mold as a second-round insurance policy behind JK Dobbins, flashing Combine as Letticism, despite some fumble woes. Folks guest defensive line tops the priority list over linebacker, especially with inside linebackers thin after moves for Baron Browning. Trading up into round one? Unlikely without mortgaging the future, and Payton already shut that down.

1:01As for dealing Corners Riley Moss on his expiring deal, rumours swirl, but his coverage skills make him too valuable to swap for just a third-rounder. Meanwhile, scheme fits like Georgia Titan Oscar Dope or Texas Tech linebacker, Jacob Rodriguez highlights Paton's love for veteran leaders. With Bownecks locked in cheap, this draft keeps the Broncos pushing tour contention without four swings.