Broncos' Draft Strategy: Beefing Up O-Line

0:00On April 19th, the NFL drafted just one week away, and while most teens have glaring holes to feel like quarterback or receivers, the Denver Broncos are in a luxury spot, looking to stack talent on talent. They've got seven picks, starting at number 62 overall, but no screaming need at skill spots. Instead, one smart take from Bleacher Report points to beefing up the offensive line as a sneaky move. Redcoach Sean Payton just called the old line one of the team's most crucial spots, and he's right. Denver boasts two first team all pros up front, but the unit's getting older fast. Left tackle, Gariboles is 33, right tackle, Mike McGlinchie is 31, and it's smart to groom the next wave like Alex Polgeski, and Frank Crum. Fans and analysts see the logic. Why not build depth now when you're strong? The Broncos protected their quarterback well last season, but passing the torch from vets to youth keeps you elite long term. It's about staying ahead, not reacting to problems.

1:01Word is, three prospects could be on their radar for that 60 second pick, Max E. Hanocker out of Arizona State. Jude Bowery from Boston College Austin Barber from Florida, Bowery's the only one we know met with Denver, pre-draft hinting at real interest. As the draft clock ticks down, watch the Broncos play the long game on the line. It could lock in contention for years while the league scrambles to. Catch up.