The Broncos’ first opening-round pick in three years comes when the franchise needs to address the future of the quarterback position. With the No. 12 pick in the 2024 NFL draft, it’s unlikely the Broncos will be able to draft Caleb Williams, Drake Maye or Jayden Daniels unless head coach Sean Payton and general manager George Paton get aggressive and trade up.
Quarterbacks like Bo Nix, Michael Penix Jr. and J.J. McCarthy will most likely be available at No. 12. But are those quarterbacks worth taking in the middle of the first round? Maybe the Broncos don’t target a quarterback with their top pick and add another cornerback, edge rusher, or offensive tackle instead.