Broncos Trade for Waddle, Target Defensive Tackle in Draft

0:00On March 18th, the Denver Broncos are pushing hard to become Super Bowl contenders this offseason. They made a big splash by trading for Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jalen Waddle to boost their offense. It cost them their 2026 first round pick and third round pick, leaving just their second round selection at 60 second overall. That trade leaves them thin on draft capital, especially with their biggest roster hole now exposed. John Franklin Myers, their key interior defensive lineman, signed a $63 million deal with the Tennessee Titans in free agency. Filling that gap on the line has become priority number one. ESPN analyst Bill Barnwell is pushing the Broncos to target a defensive tackle with that 60 second pick. He argues it makes perfect sense to grab a rookie who can rotate in right away and build for the long term. Looking ahead to the 2026 draft, options like Oklahoma's Grayson Halton, Iowa State's Dominique Orange, and others from Florida State.

1:01Michigan, Cincinnati, and South Eastern Louisiana should still be on the board. It's not a star-studded group, but landing a solid interior defender there could pay off big. The Broncos are balancing their all-in push for this season with smart future planning and addressing the defensive line feels like the right next. Step to keep contending. Made in AI.