Broncos Eye Deep Draft Talent, Rodriguez a Risk-Reward Pick

0:00On April 19th, the Denver Broncos are rolling into the 2026 NFL Draft with one of the lead's strongest rosters, no glaring holes to fill. Without a first-round pick after trading for Jalen Waddle, they're set to grab someone late in the second round around pick number 62. They might just take the best talent available to keep things shining in mile high. That said, spots like running back, tight end, inside linebacker and defensive line could use some upgrades from this deep class. Fans are eyeing inside linebacker depth behind starters. Alex Singleton and Justin Sternad and Texas Tech's Jacob Rodriguez stands out as a top. Prospect there. Some analysts, like those at Bleacher Report, warn the Broncos to steer clear of Rodriguez because of his short arms in the 11th percentile, which leaves him struggling against blocks and short on playstring for the pros. It's a risk they can't afford with limited picks. But here's the flip. Rodriguez crushed it in college with elite coverage skills and tackle production, something Denver's lacked at the position for.

1:05Years. He wouldn't need to start right away, just learn from those vets under coordinator Vance Joseph. If he surprisingly falls to them, the Broncos should scoop him up fast and build that future linebacker room right. Smart depth like that keeps contenders humming.