The Denver Broncos went into the 2025 NFL Draft having let Javonte Williams walk in free agency and while many of us thought Audric Estime had a decent rookie season, most of us remember he was a healthy game-day scratch in the playoffs against the Buffalo Bills. That alone is enough to wonder if head coach Sean Payton viewed him as a long-term option as the primary short yardage back.
Well, they went through the draft and did pick up a running back — just not one that will likely compete for the type of role that Estime already fills.