Broncos Draft: Nix's Health, Waddle's Arrival

0:00On April 24th, the Denver Broncos are gearing up for the 2026 NFL draft after a tough AFC championship loss, mostly blamed on bow-nixes, unlucky ankle injury from the divisional round. The team's core stays intact, still eyeing a Super Bowl run, but they snagged wider Civer Jalen Waddle with the 30th overall pick to boost. Nix's options. Their next shot comes at the 62nd pick in Round 2. Earlier this week, questions swirled about Nix's recovery, and if it had messed with draft plans. General manager George Patton told reporters, Nix is ahead of schedule post-genuary surgery, setting him up for the May off-season program. Fans and analysts breathe easy, since a healthy Nix clears the path forward without panic moves at quarterback. No need to chase veterans or rookies like Carson Beck when the spots lock down. Now with Nix eyeing pre-season and regular season action, barring setbacks, Denver's shifting focus to day two and three picks. They'll target tight ends, offensive line help, and defense, especially the interior line.

1:03That sets the Broncos of strong, blending young talent like Waddle with the mended Nix to chase their ring next fall.