Experts and fans alike spend months predicting what teams will do during NFL draft, but there are always surprises.
The Denver Broncos had a breakout season in 2024, making the playoffs for the first time in nearly a decade. They will now try to build on that and make the jump from a team on the rise to one of the elite teams of the AFC. Here are some moves that Denver could make during the 2025 NFL Draft in order to accomplish that goal.
Draft multiple defensive players within first four picks
Offense is on the brain of most Broncos fans, specifically running backs and wide receivers. However, Denver's identity begins on defense. In 2024 the Broncos finished seventh in overall defense, and led the league in sacks with 63.
Keeping that unit strong in 2025 and beyond will be critical to Denver's long-term success. We saw the Philadelphia Eagles win the Super Bowl last season with their No. 1 ranked defense leading the way, smothering quarterback Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs' offense during the big game.
Those are the same Chiefs that the Broncos have to play twice a year and will have to overtake in order to win the AFC West. QB Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers' offense is no slouch either, and the Las Vegas Raiders will be improved with new coach Pete Carroll and QB Geno Smith.
No trade ups
The Broncos may be improved, but still have multiple positions to address. Trading away draft picks isn't going to help them even out their roster with quality depth. It is important that Denver builds through the draft with young players on affordable contracts.
It is rumored that the Broncos are interested in trading up during the first round, but that would likely come at a hefty price. They shouldn't have a problem getting a quality player at No. 20 overall, whether its on offense or defense. Staying put, or even trading back, will be more beneficial.
Get a workhorse RB
It's no secret that the Broncos need a RB who can carry the load out of the backfield. One that is not only a good runner, but who can play all three downs and serve as a pass catcher and pass protector. A do-it-all RB will take some pressure off of QB Bo Nix and help in his continued development.
RB is one of the deepest position groups in this year's draft class, which could give Denver the flexibility to not have to spend its first-round pick on one. It's very possible the Broncos find a starting caliber RB during the mid rounds. Regardless of when they take one, a good RB could be the missing piece of the puzzle that catapults Denver into the upper echelon of the AFC.
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