Broncos Eye Michigan LB Rolder for Depth

0:00On April 17th, the Denver Broncos are eyeing Michigan Linebacker Jimmy Roder as a potential fourth-round pick in the 2026 NFL draft. This 6'2, 208-pound defender stands out with sharp instincts that make him one of the top linebackers in his class. Dane Brugler from the athletic ranks him 11th among linebackers with a solid fourth-round grade. Over four seasons with the Wolverines, Rolder played in 43 games, racking up 118 tackles, nine tackles for loss, two sacks, one interception, and two past deflections. His breakout year saw him in 12 games with 73 tackles, seven for loss, two sacks, that pick, and two deflections, showing he's ready to. Step up. Meanwhile, the Broncos resigned veterans Alex Singleton and Justin Strohnad both over 30 while cutting Dre Green law that locks in starters but leaves thin depth and no long-term fixes at the position, making a young talent like Rolder a smart ad for competition and future planning. Scouts love his

1:04nose for the ball, quick reactions, physical tackling with a low miss rate and special teen's potential, though he's a bit undersized, with shorter arms and limited starts. Analysts like Brugler and LandZerlin highlight his awareness, speed, and tackling technique, seeing him as an immediate contributor who could grow. Into a starter. Rolder fits the Broncos emphasis on character and physical play, bringing depth now and starter upside later. If they grab him in round four, he could shore up that linebacker room just right, keeping the defense humming into the future.