Finding Broncos: Top NFL Draft Prospects at each Position | Offense

Can the Broncos land a top-five player at one of these offensive positions?

The Denver Broncos sit in a pretty decent position, having the 12th overall pick. Everyone under the sun knows they will be looking for a quarterback with Russell Wilson on his way out, but this roster is void of talent. 

With their salary cap issues, that will only worsen when the Broncos officially part ways with Wilson, so they can't be too picky about where they go with the 12th pick. Trading down should also be a serious option, as they currently only have six picks in the draft. 

Either picking at 12 or trading down to get more picks, the Broncos will have a few shots to land a couple of top-five players at their position. So, who are my top five players at each position on offense before getting to the combine? 

Let's jump in. 

Quarterbacks

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1) Caleb Williams | USC

The ability to consistently make plays out of structure and throws from any platform sets Williams above the rest. However, concerns remain about his reads and performances against more formidable defenses. 

2) Drake Maye UNC

Drake Maye is the prototypical pocket passer who can maneuver the pocket and use his legs to escape when needed. He isn't as good out of structure or off-platform throws but reliable with his reads and arm. 

3) Jayden Daniels | LSU

Daniels can be an electric playmaker when you utilize his legs. He shows much improvement with his reading, decision-making, and arm, but all remain questions as he prepares to jump into the NFL. 

4) J.J. McCarthy | Michigan

McCarthy is only 21 years old and has all the tools and traits you want in a quarterback. What is holding him back is how Michigan utilized him, taking the ball out of his hands often and riding the best running game in college football. 

5) Bo Nix | Oregon

There is a lot of experience with Nix, and he is a good athlete as well, to add another component for defenses to defend against. The offense he played in at Oregon and arm talent are concerns as he threw 578 of 827 total passes behind the line of scrimmage to nine yards out.  

Running Backs

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1) Jaylen Wright | Tennessee

Wright's versatility sets him above the rest for me, as he can run, catch, and block while playing in any concept. However, he isn't the most explosive and can struggle picking up yards after contact. 

2) Jonathon Brooks | Texas

Brooks looks like a modern NFL running back and can contribute on every down. He may not be the best fit in any concept, with concerns about his agility. 

3) Blake Corum | Michigan

There is excellent production with Corum, but he may not have the ideal size or long speed. Corum has excellent vision and brings solid versatility, but it also comes with pushing the upper limits of touches.  

4) Bucky Irving | Oregon

For a more undersized and explosive back with a ton of versatility, Irving may lack that extra gear to be a consistent home run hitter. His size also works against him. If he can get into a wide zone scheme, he can excel but might struggle outside of it. 

5) Trey Benson | Florida State

If there was more with Benson as a passing-down option, he would probably be my top back. He is a great running back, but the lack of versatility hits with how the NFL has gone. The acceleration is clean and smooth, with plenty of speed to erase angles from defenders and make them miss. 

Wide Receivers

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1) Marvin Harrison Jr. | Ohio State

Marvin Harrison Jr is a great prospect and one of the better receiver prospects in recent memory, but there are plenty of concerns about his game. His speed and inconsistencies are among them. 

2) Malik Nabers | LSU

Nabers would be the top receiver in most years. He can do a little bit of everything and do it exceptionally well. Issues are getting off-press coverage, but he has the tools to improve. 

3) Rome Odunze | Washington

Big, physical, aggressive, and body control are all keys to Odunze's game. He will get after it as a blocker and use his frame to box out defenders. He doesn't have the most twitch or explosiveness, though. 

4) Brian Thomas Jr | LSU

Thomas is a big play receiver with excellent long speed and ball-tracking skills to provide an immediate home run threat in the NFL. He has to improve getting off the line and will need to develop more to be less one-dimensional in the NFL. 

5) Ladd McConkey | Georgia

McConkey could also be deemed Mr. Reliable. If you need a catch to move the ball, you want to target this type of receiver. There are questions about how much more he has to offer when he gets to the NFL.

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Tight Ends

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1) Brock Bowers | Georgia

There is a clear-cut top guy at the tight-end position. After Bowers, there is a gap before getting to the second guy. Bowers does have concerns about his medical history and consistency as a blocker. 

2) Ja'Tavion Sanders | Texas

Sanders is a big slot-tight end who can work around the formation and create mismatches. He can excel in that role, but getting him to offer up more as a blocker will take a lot of work. 

3) Theo Johnson | Penn State

Theo Johnson is a good athlete who can be a versatile tight end with his alignment. He is a solid blocker and offers solid receiving ability with room for growth in both areas. 

4) Cade Stover | Ohio State

Cade Stover is a reliable tight end as a receiver and a blocker. There are questions about how much room he has to grow, but he does have a high floor. 

5) A.J. Barner | Michigan

Coming out of Michigan, you know Barner will bring it as a blocker. There is some juice there as a receiver, but he is more of the safety blanket tight end than a serious receiving threat. 

Offensive Tackles

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1) Joe Alt | Notre Dame

Joe Alt has everything you are looking for. The attitude is there; he has good movement skills and power, and the technique is clean and consistent. 

2) Olumuyiwa Fashanu | Penn State

Fashanu is a good athlete with enough strength and power in his game. He has solid technique but will need help being more consistent in the running game. 

3) Taliese Fuaga | Oregon State

Fuaga is a powerful run blocker who loves to put defenders on the ground. His power is second to none in the class, and he is a decent enough mover. The technique is inconsistent, and there are questions if he can play either side. 

4) Amarius Mims | Georgia

Mims is a tremendously large, inexperienced tackle with excellent movement skills and athleticism for his size. His technique has apparent hiccups that need to be cleaned up and a medical concern. 

5) J.C. Latham | Alabama

Another big and physical blocker, Latham, has been a great right tackle for Alabam for the last two years. There are some concerns that he can flip sides in the NFL and about his movement skills. 

Interior Offensive Line

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1) Jackson Powers-Johnson | Oregon

Powers-Johnson is one of the better prospects in the class who is pushed down for playing an undervalued position. He can play center or guard and be an immediate starter.

2) Graham Barton | Duke

While Barton played tackle in college, he will likely move inside. The way he plays and his football IQ can ease that transition. There is a chance he can move inside to center.

3) Troy Fautanu | Washington

Fautanu can play tackle in a pinch, but he could excel working as a guard in the NFL. It would help cover many of the issues he showed at tackle in college.

4) Zach Frazier | West Virginia

There is no doubting Frazier's toughness and competitive nature, and he is the ultimate teammate. He is working back from injury and ahead of schedule.

5) Cooper Beebe | Kansas State

While the length may not be ideal, even for a guard or center, Beebe is a physical guard who loves to finish blocks. All five of these interior offensive linemen can be day-one starters. 

Some positions are better off than others, which will push some talent down the board. A couple of these positions, and a couple on defense, have a lot of talent at the top, which made it hard to sort out who the top five are. Hopefully, the Broncos will have a few of these players by the end of April. 

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