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Broncos Draft Rumors: NFL Insiders Feel Pass Rusher Targeted Before Trading for QB

In his latest mock draft, ESPN's Matt Miller had the Denver Broncos select Alabama edge-rusher Dallas Turner at No. 12 overall.

Miller is going against the grain somewhat with the pick, with the Broncos needing a long-term solution at quarterback. But the reasoning makes sense, especially after Miller reported that "enough people" think Denver is looking to "beef up its pass rush" before going QB.

"The Broncos have been connected to Oregon quarterback Bo Nix in this spot, but this is simply too early for him, making it hard to imagine the Broncos sacrificing so much in value to get the fifth quarterback on the board.