Who Are the Broncos Looking at in the Draft?

The Broncos could go many different directions with their picks in the 2013 NFL draft.

They need a middle linebacker assuming Nate Irving does not make the jump to starter. I liked what I saw from Irving last season, when he received playing time he looked like a capable starter. I think they would most likely they would take a middle linebacker in the middle rounds in order to have a competition with Irving. I would like to see them take a look a Jon Bostic in the 4th round. They could also go Kevin Reddick from UNC in rounds 2 or 3.

As has been they story over many drafts the Broncos desperately need a Defensive Tackle that can push the pocket and stop the run. The front office cannot continue to put this off any longer. If they are able to snag someone who can push the pocket, that helps Doom and Miller because QB's will not be able to step up and avoid them. I counted numerous sacks that were missed last season because of no inside pressure. I would like them to take a look at John Jenkins from Georgia, Kawaan Short from Purdue or Sylvester Williams from UNC in the first round. In the middle rounds they should look at Brandon Williams from Missouri Southern.

Corner is also going to be an issue in the future. I personally hope the Broncos trade for Revis, but there is a strong possibility that will not happen. Tony Carter came through last season, but his is a free agent and can go anywhere he wants and possibly start. Chris Harris was phenomenal last season, he is just all over the place and around the ball. He also proved he could play opposite of champ, but I think his more natural spot is in the nickel. Champ is getting old and although he played well last season, sans Baltimore, nobody knows how long his strong play will keep up. The Broncos could consider Desmond Trufant from Washington or Xavier Rhodes from FSU in the first round. In the middle rounds they could take David Amerson from North Carolina State, B.W Webb from William and Mary.

Willis McGahee is old and coming off a a knee surgery. Moreno is a good runner, but has a hard time carrying the load. Ronnie Hillman is fast, but too small to be the feature back as he has trouble running between the tackles. Eddie Lacy could be an option in the first round, he is the most well rounded back in the class. He runs with power, but is also pretty quick and elusive. My personal favorite would be Mike Gilislee from Florida. He carried the load last season for the Gators and decimated top teams such as LSU and FSU. He is fast and quick, but also runs with a purpose and wont back down from a hit. Stepfan Taylor would also be a good addition, He was the workhorse for Stanford and his running style would mesh will with Hillmans.

Having a slot receiver is a must for Denver heading forward. Stokely only has one year left in him and that is assuming the Broncos resign him. Decker could move inside in 3 receiver packages, but who would replace him on the outside? Terrence Williams from Baylor would be a nice addition. Cobi Hamilton from Arkansas would also be a nice middle round addition to the receiving core.