Mile High Report
For a little end of the month fun, Mile High Report’s Christopher Hart gives his top three picks for the Denver Broncos in an early 2025 mock draft.
The Denver Broncos have been dominant on defense and special teams to start the year. Vance Joseph’s work on the defensive side of the ball has been nothing short of miraculous and one of the most impressive developments across the entire league.
The major issues they have had surround the offense which has been inconsistent to say the least. But that’s not a surprise given a rookie quarterback and a lot of other young players learning Head Coach Sean Payton’s complex system. Even with their issues, I do have a good feeling about where things will head on that side of the ball.
Nearing the halfway point in the season, it’s clear that surrounding quarterback Bo Nix with more talent should be a major priority for the team in the 2025 NFL Draft. For a little pre-Halloween fun, I thought I’d do a short mock draft with the Broncos’ top three picks to end the month.
First Round Section, #21 — Emeka Egbuka, WR — Ohio State
The Broncos have three young receivers earning playing time with Marvin Mims Jr., Troy Franklin, and Devaughn Vele. I think all three can play focal roles in the team’s offense as their career progresses, but it’s certainly not a bad idea to add more talent to the position. Getting Nix a highly talented receiver should merit heavy consideration in the first round.
There are a few different prospects the Broncos could go at receiver, but I think Ohio State standout Emeka Egbuka has the ability to earn high-volume reps and be a primary target on Payton’s offense. I feel he would be a fantastic choice for the Broncos picking in the middle portion of the first round and provided immediate impact value.
At 6’1 and 205 pounds, he sports a surprisingly long wingspan and savvy hands that bode well for his endeavors as a receiver. On top of that, he has world class speed with reports of running a 4.3 40-yard dash. We all know speed can’t be taught and his athleticism would definitely bolster the Broncos’ corps potential in that regard. He’s also a precise route runner that excels after the catch and with routes over the middle of the field.
Egbuka broke out in his sophomore campaign with the Buckeyes by reeling in 1,151 yards on 74 catches with 10 touchdowns. He was in store for another impact season in 2023, but a severe ankle sprain suffered in Week 6 derailed his efforts and limited him to just 10 games. In just six games in his senior campaign, Egbuka has already surpassed last season’s totals and has been one of college football’s best performers at the position.
Keep in mind longtime veteran Courtland Sutton carries a $20 million salary cap charge next year....
