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Broncos GM George Paton: “We’ll get a back in this draft”

Broncos GM George Paton: “We’ll get a back in this draft”

The Broncos general manager told reporters on Monday that it’s a strong running back class and that they will get a back in this draft.

The Broncos' owners, executives, general manager, and head coach all traveled down to Palm Beach, Florida, for the annual league meetings. During these meetings, general manager George Paton met with the media and had some interesting things to say about their plan for running back during the draft.

Paton told reporters that it’s a strong running back class that features different flavors throughout the draft. He continued by saying you can get a good back...

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Broncos brass sets focus toward 2025 NFL Draft

Broncos brass sets focus toward 2025 NFL Draft

After a successful free agency period that addressed key needs, Head Coach Sean Payton and General Manager George Paton have their sights on upgrading their roster via the 2025 NFL Draft.

In the midst of the NFL Owners Meetings that kicked off yesterday, General Manager George Paton and Head Coach Sean Payton reflected on their endeavors to date and pontificated about the future.

Both were pleased with the results of their successful free agency period with key additions that bolstered both sides of the ball. They believe the roster at this point in time compared to last season is demonstrably...

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Should the Broncos trade up for Boise State RB Ashton Jeanty?

Should the Broncos trade up for Boise State RB Ashton Jeanty?

Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty would instantly improve the Broncos running game and give Sean Payton the ‘Joker’ he has been searching for.

One player whom the Denver Broncos may strongly consider trading up for in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft is Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty. He is a 5’9”, 215-pound running back who is considered the top ball carrier in the entire 2025 NFL Draft. NFL Network’s lead draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah has Jeanty ranked as his top running back in the draft and graded him as the third-best overall prospect in the...

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Horse Tracks: Payton thrilled to ‘not be in the quarterback market’ this offseason

Horse Tracks: Payton thrilled to ‘not be in the quarterback market’ this offseason

At the NFL Owner’s meeting, Sean Payton discussed his team’s moves in free agency as well as a few very slight hints about the upcoming Draft.

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At the NFL Owners’ Meeting this week, it was quite clear that the Broncos’ brass is feeling a little less pressure this offseason.

No. 1 because they don’t have to find or draft a QB1 this year.

No. 2 because the QB they did find and draft turned out to be a huge rookie success.

“I appreciate not being in that quarterback market. That’s difficult,” head coach Sean Payton...

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Report: Broncos sign QB Sam Ehlinger to a one-year deal

Report: Broncos sign QB Sam Ehlinger to a one-year deal

The Broncos sign the former Texas quarterback will serve as the Broncos third quarterback.

According to 9NEWS Denver's Mike Klis, the Denver Broncos have signed former Indianapolis Colts quarterback Sam Ehlinger to a one-year deal.

The team signed veteran Jarrett Stidham to serve as Bo Nix's backup and now have signed Ehlinger to serve as their third-string quarterback. Zach Wilson served as the Broncos third quarterback last season but he signed with the Miami Dolphins this offseason to serve as their backup quarterback.

He was a sixth round pick for the Colts back in 2021 and was in their roster...

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2025 NFL Draft: Denver Broncos draft interest tracker

2025 NFL Draft: Denver Broncos draft interest tracker

A collection of all the reported prospects the Denver Broncos met with throughout the NFL Draft process.

With the draft process nearing its end and the 2025 NFL Draft less than a month away, it’s a good time to take a look at which prospects and positions the Denver Broncos have been showing interest in this offseason. I have been collecting all the reported meetings and interviews the Broncos have had throughout the All-Star games, Scouting Combine, and the Pro Days. We also have a number of reported pre-draft visits which will continue through the month of April.

Obviously, we...

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Texas RB Jaydon Blue has legit 4.2 speed and would be a fun addition to the Broncos offense

Texas RB Jaydon Blue has legit 4.2 speed and would be a fun addition to the Broncos offense

The explosive Texas running back would be an interesting addition to the Broncos backfield

One prospect the Denver Broncos are showing interest in and could select on day two of the 2025 NFL Draft is Texas running back Jaydon Blue. He is a 5’9”, 196-pound running back and is considered one of the fastest and most explosive backs in the entire draft.

Jaydon Blue played a total of three seasons for the Longhorns and has been a productive player for them. During his three seasons at Texas, he played in 38 career games and totaled 214 carries for 1,161 yards...

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NFL league meeting kicking off today

NFL league meeting kicking off today

Because who doesn’t need a reason to visit Florida in March?

Forget free agency. Forget the draft. For the offseason NFL fan, your Super Bowl starts today! Get pumped for the NFL league meeting!

Often overlooked, one of the most important offseason events is starting today. The NFL league meetings are the NFL’s annual chance to examine and make fundamental changes to the rules everyone plays by.

What there still be tush pushing? Will the league get closer to an 18-game season? Is there a way that the NFL can make kickoffs more confusing for the casual fan? Will short...

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Remembering Abner Haynes’ impact on pro football, America in the 1960s

Remembering Abner Haynes’ impact on pro football, America in the 1960s

For a short time after leading an AFL boycott over racist treatment of Black players, Abner Haynes was picked up by the Broncos. Haynes died in July 2024 and his son King David has written a new book about his dad. I interviewed King David last month to talk about the book and his dad.

In a few weeks, the Denver Broncos are going to select a rookie running back as it is one of the biggest needs of the offense. Whether it’s the first round or last round is anyone’s guess, so we’ll leave it at that.

But we...

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Future Broncos: Maryland wide receiver Tai Felton

Future Broncos: Maryland wide receiver Tai Felton

Maryland Terrapins standout Tai Felton is a potential Day 2 wide receiver candidate for the Denver Broncos.

The Denver Broncos have the opportunity to add to their wide receiver corps if they so choose in the 2025 NFL Draft. Perhaps they feel comfortable with the talent they have, but I a feeling they will use a selection to upgrade the position at some point in time.

According to Luca Evans of The Denver Post, the Broncos recently conducted a Zoom meeting with Maryland wide receiver Tai Felton. The focal point of the Terrapins’ passing attack this past season, Felton had...

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Iowa State WR Jayden Higgins would give the Broncos another big bodied target for QB Bo Nix

Iowa State WR Jayden Higgins would give the Broncos another big bodied target for QB Bo Nix

Iowa State wide receiver Jayden Higgins would give Broncos quarterback Bo Nix another big weapon in the passing game.

One prospect who may interest the Denver Broncos in the early rounds of the 2025 NFL Draft is Iowa State wide receiver Jayden Higgins. He is a 6’4”, 214-pound wide receiver and is viewed as one of the top wide receivers in the entire draft. The Athletic’s lead draft analyst, Dane Brugler, has Higgins graded as his 48th overall prospect in the draft and has him ranked as the fifth-best wide receiver prospect in this draft class.

Higgins played a total...

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Report: Broncos could still target receiver in NFL free agency

Report: Broncos could still target receiver in NFL free agency

Mike Klis had a story where he said there are still-available free agents who could make sense for the Broncos.

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Based on the lack of moves by the Denver Broncos the last few weeks, you get the sense they’re done with free agency.

Then Broncos insider Mike Klis has a story this week where he says a free-agent wide receiver could still be in play for Denver. Klis starts out the piece by highlighting the nominal interest in Cooper Kupp and Stefon Diggs.

Klis goes on to add that their initial inquiries would suggest they...

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