Broncos Eye Blocking Specialist Nate Boerkircher

0:00On April 2nd, the Denver Broncos are checking out Texas A&M tied-in Nate Boer Kircher with a top 30 pre-draft visit. This 6 foot 5, 245 pound guy stands out as one of the top run blockers in the upcoming draft class. His receiving stats are modest at just 38 catches for 417 yards and four touchdowns over five college seasons, but he dominates in the trenches. He spent four years in Nebraska before transferring to Texas A&M last year, where he hit career highs with 19 grabs for 100. 98 yards and three scores in 13 games. The Broncos resigned vets like Adam Trautman and Nate Atkins this off-season, but they're still hunting for that pure blocking specialist to boost the run game. Fans and analysts love his nasty style. He punches hard, finishes block strong, and plays through the whistle every time. NFL.com's Lance Zeerling calls him a willing combo tied in with sticky hands for contested catches, even if his

1:01production stayed low. At 25 as a rookie, he's older but versatile, lining up in line in the slot or even outside. His pro-day numbers show solid athleticism, a 4.780 yard dash 32 inch vertical and quick shuttle times around 4.33 seconds. That sneaky pass catching upside could fit head coach Sean Payton's scheme, especially off-play action or in the red zone. If the Broncos grab him on day three, he'd likely become their best blocker overnight, pairing perfectly with a receiving threat. It's not flashy, but in a run heavy offense, this could be the smart move to grind out wins. From around the league, powered by AI, this is NFL news today.