Broncos Trade for Waddle, Sacrifice Draft Picks

0:00It's March 31st. This is NFL News today, AI-powered stories from around the league. I'm Cory with the story. The Denver Broncos went all-in during free agency by trading for wide receiver Jalen Waddle giving up their first round pick at number 30, A. Third rounder at 94 and another fourth round pick at 130. In return, they got a fourth round selection back, but now they're missing picks in the first and third rounds entirely. Their first chance to draft comes at pick number 62 in the second round. That leads them light on ammo for the NFL draft with just two fourth round picks, one in the fifth and three way down in the seventh round. General manager George Patton isn't closing the door on moving up though. He's straight up said it doesn't mean they won't trade into higher spots if the right player falls. Fans and analysts are buzzing about the gamble since Waddle brings that explosive edge they craved to boost an already solid offense. Patton called it a unique fit to level up their playmakers, but it came at the cost of

1:02prime draft real estate right when they need defensive help. Most trading up won't be easy with such thin capital in the top three rounds. They might have to dip into future years like 2027, which is stacked anyway. Still, Patton's keeping options open, eyeing game changers who could transform the roster overnight. As the draft clock ticks, watch how Broncos brass plays their hand, could be staying patient at 62 or pulling off another bolt swap to reload.