Last year, the Broncos opted to move on from former second-round running back Javonte Williams, choosing instead to retool that room a bit. While things did improve for Denver in 2025, the team still sought an addition to the room through the draft. According to Jon Heath of Broncos Wire, the team has worked to hone its draft process for running backs, and while Washington rookie Jonah Coleman is a promising prospect, the team had a lot of interest in a pair of other productive rookie rushers.
This year, the Broncos have seen some early returns from Coleman as he gets his sea legs after missing four games earlier in the season.