Denver Broncos smartly show interest in UNC running backs

Oct 24, 2020; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels running back Javonte Williams (25) celebrates with quarterback Sam Howell (7) after scoring a touchdown in the fourth quarter at Kenan Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

The Denver Broncos are likely to address the running back position in the 2021 NFL Draft and have started to do their due diligence on this year’s class.

The team sent running backs coach Curtis Modkins to UNC’s Pro Day to take a look at Tar Heels running backs Javonte Williams and Michael Carter.

It’s a smart move that is not at all surprising. New general manager George Paton has attended several Pro Days in his short time…