The Denver Broncos used their first decide (within the third spherical) of the 2026 NFL draft to pick out Texas A&M defensive lineman Tyler Onyedim final month. That will assist shore up their defensive line depth following the notable departure of John Franklin-Myers during NFL free agency this spring.
Later within the draft, the Broncos added security Miles Scott and linebacker Red Murdock within the seventh spherical. Neither participant is a lock to make the 53-man roster this summer season, however they’re going to each get a chance to impress.
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In addition to these three draft picks, Denver additionally signed a half-dozen undrafted free agent defenders. Before the brand new arrivals report back to the crew’s facility this week, this is a fast defensive depth chart projection for the Broncos.
Broncos defensive depth chart
Denver Broncos up to date depth chart
Defensive line (10)
Sai’vion Jones feels just like the early favourite to switch JFM within the beginning lineup, however Onyedim and Uwazurike will get to compete. Denver loves Roach, however he is in all probability extra of a rotational possibility behind D.J. Jones than a like-for-like substitute for JFM.
Outside linebacker (9*)
The Broncos plan to present Jonah Elliss snaps at inside linebacker this 12 months, however it’s unclear if he’ll make a full-time place change or rotate between roles. We nonetheless have Elliss listed among the many OLBs for now. Denver added Dasan McCullough as a UDFA, including extra depth to an already-crowded room.
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Inside inebacker (8)
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Rookies: Red Murdock, Taurean York
It stays to be seen how concerned Elliss will probably be at ILB, however it would not be surprising if he emerged because the third-choice possibility behind Singleton and Strnad. Murdock and UDFA gem Taurean York will in all probability be combating with Bailey and Turner for lively roster spots.
Cornerback (10)
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CB2: Riley Moss OR Jahdae Barron
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Slot: Ja’Quan McMillian
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UDFAs: Brent Austin, Ahmari Harvey, Will Wright
The Broncos brought McMillian back as their slot cornerback, so Barron may need to beat out Moss if he desires to start out in Year 2. Moss can be coming into the ultimate 12 months of his contract. Denver additionally added three UDFA cornerbacks, headlined by Brent Austin.
Safety (7)
Key is the present favourite to replace P.J. Locke, and Anderson (a particular groups ace) was the membership’s solely outside free agent signing in March. Scott would be the large title to look at at security this summer season as he fights for a roster spot.
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The Broncos will start offseason exercises on Monday, adopted by a rookie minicamp later within the week (May 8-10). The crew will start organized crew actions (OTAs) in early June.
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