Even with Evan Engram signed, should the Broncos draft Michigan TE Colston Loveland in the first round?

Even with the Broncos adding Evan Engram, the Broncos should still strongly consider drafting Michigan tight end Colston Loveland.

One prospect who may interest the Denver Broncos in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft is Michigan tight end Colston Loveland. He is a 6’6”, 248-pound tight end who is a top tight end in the draft and considered a lock to be a first-round pick in the draft. The Athletic’s lead draft analyst Dane Brugler has Loveland graded as his 11th overall player in the draft and has him graded as the second best tight end in the draft, one spot behind Penn State tight end, Tyler Warren.

He played three seasons at Michigan and was one of the Wolverine's top pass-catching weapons during his time there. During his three-year career, he played in 39 games and totaled 117 receptions for 1,466 yards, and 11 touchdown receptions. This past year, Loveland played in 10 games and totaled 56 receptions for 582 yards, and 5 touchdowns.

Player Profile

Colston Loveland | Tight End | Michigan

Height: 6’6”
Weight: 248 pounds
Hands: 10 inches
Arm Length: 32 3⁄4 inches
Age: 21 years old

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Scouting Report

Strengths

Big, long, and athletic build
Large catch radius
Impressive ball skills and body control
Very athletic tight end with a quick release
Lined up all over the field and has an expansive route tree
Potential to be an elite pass-catching weapon at tight end
Able to create after the catch
Attacks the ball in the air and is a reliable pass-catcher
High points the ball and makes catches over defenders
Good at finding the holes in zone coverage
Can play in-line on occasion

Weaknesses

Underwent surgery on his shoulder and will not workout before the draft but should be fully cleared by Training Camp
Missed time last season due to injury
Lean build and lacks bulk to consistently handle in-line duties

What other analysts are saying about Michigan tight end Colston Loveland

NFL Network’s lead draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah on TE Colston Loveland

Loveland is a long, lean tight end with outstanding awareness, quickness and big-play ability. He has aligned in-line, as a wing and in the slot. He’s urgent in his release. He has a tremendous feel for option routes and working in space. He can cleanly get in/out of breaks and he presents a big target to the quarterback. He attacks the ball in the air and is adept at finishing in crowds. After the catch, he has a smooth stride and possesses a nasty stiff-arm. He has some wiggle to make defenders miss, as well. His lack of bulk impacts his ability to stay connected as a run blocker, though. Overall, Loveland is equipped to make a lot of catches as a starting tight end in his rookie campaign.