Broncos Snag Seven Solid Picks in 2026 Draft

0:00On April 28th, the Denver Broncos snagged seven solid picks in the 2026 NFL draft, kicking things off with Texas and M. Defensive Tackle. Tyler Oniadum in Round 3, at the 66th spot after a smart trade-down. They added Washington running back Jonah Coleman and Boise State offensive lineman Cage Casey, both in Round 4, then NC State tied in Justin Jolie in Round 5. State rounds brought Illinois safety, Miles Scott Utah, tight end down Bentley, and Buffalo linebacker Red Murdoch, all in Round 7. Scouts raved about Oniadum as a heavy-handed runstopper who can rush the passer and fits perfectly in their defense scheme. Coleman draws comparisons to J.K. Dobbins with his physical downhill style, scoring double digit touchdowns the last two college seasons and shining in pass protection. Jolie stands out as a versatile move, tied in with huge hands and basketball-like instincts for contested catches. Staff-like assistant G.M. Reed Burkhart called these guys immediate fits, praising their

1:04makeup and wiring for the locker room culture head coach Sean. Payton and G.M. George Paton have built. Cam Williams highlighted Coleman's 5.5 yards per carry, average, and how he could contribute right away on offense. Deeper looks show late round gyms like Murdoch, who set an NCAA record with 17 career force fumbles and surprised everyone by falling to the final picks they had him way higher on their board. Bentley broke out with six touchdowns last year, adding inline blocking punch while Scott brings thumper physicality after switching from receiver. These picks beef up the lines, backfield, and secondary with versatile playmakers ready to grind, setting the Broncos up for a gritty push next.