ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Denver Broncos focused on depth and value in the 2026 NFL draft, a strategy that drew mixed national reviews but earned a “B-” grade from EasySportz’s in-house NFL analyst in its team-by-team breakdown.
Denver entered the draft without early-round picks and opened in the third round with defensive lineman Tyler Onyedim, followed by fourth-round selections running back Jonah Coleman and offensive lineman Kage Casey.
The Broncos continued to build offensive depth with tight end Justin Joly in the fifth round before closing with three seventh-round picks — defensive back Miles Scott, tight end Dallen Bentley and linebacker Red Murdock.
EasySportz’s analyst highlighted Onyedim and Coleman as potential contributors, noting Coleman’s physical running style and Onyedim’s upside along the interior defensive line. The report also cited value selections in Casey and Joly, though it pointed to a lack of early-round impact talent as a limiting factor.
National evaluations varied, with some outlets praising Denver’s efficiency despite limited draft capital and others questioning overall upside.
Overall, the Broncos’ class was viewed as a depth-driven group with developmental potential, reflected in the analyst’s B- grade.
