Who Were the Denver Broncos’ Best and Worst Picks in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The 2026 NFL Draft is complete, and the Denver Broncos added several new players to a roster many analysts believe is ready to compete for a Super Bowl. The key question is whether this draft class provided the final pieces to push the team over the top.CBS Sports analyst Jordan Dajani reviewed every team’s selections and picked a best and worst pick for each franchise.
The Broncos didn’t make their first selection until late in the second round due to the earlier trade for wide receiver Jaylen Waddle. They later traded that pick, moving back four spots into the third round while gaining an extra sixth-round choice. Overall, Denver made the most of their limited draft capital.Still, no draft is perfect, and not every pick will work out. Dajani named Boise State offensive tackle Kage Casey as the Broncos’ best pick and seventh-round safety Miles Scott as their worst. Here’s a closer look at whether those choices hold up.
Broncos’ Best Pick: Jonah Coleman, RB, Washington
While Dajani chose Kage Casey, running back Jonah Coleman from Washington looks like an even stronger and more logical fit for Denver’s needs.The Broncos clearly needed to upgrade the running back room. Relying on the same group from last season would have been risky, especially with J.K. Dobbins’ ongoing injury concerns and RJ Harvey’s style being better suited as a change-of-pace scatback and receiver rather than a between-the-tackles workhorse.Coleman addresses that need perfectly.
He is a tough, physical runner who can carry the load inside the tackles while also showing good hands and awareness in the passing game. His pass protection is surprisingly advanced for a rookie, making him a well-rounded addition who should give Denver a more balanced and reliable backfield.Broncos’
Worst Pick: Miles Scott, S, Illinois
There is solid agreement with Dajani here. Seventh-round safety Miles Scott from Illinois appears to be the weakest selection in Denver’s draft class.Although the Broncos could have used more safety depth, Scott faces the toughest path of any rookie to making the final 53-man roster.
With limited draft picks and several other defensive additions already in the mix, the former Illinois defender will need to outperform expectations throughout training camp and preseason just to earn a spot. He currently carries the longest odds among Broncos rookies to stick on the opening-day roster.
Final Thoughts
The Broncos did a respectable job maximizing their limited draft capital in the 2026 NFL Draft. Jonah Coleman stands out as a smart, scheme-fitting addition who directly fills a clear need at running back. On the flip side, Miles Scott carries significant risk as a late-round project who may struggle to earn a roster spot.Overall, Denver’s class adds useful depth to an already talented roster, but it may not be the game-changing haul that pushes them decisively into Super Bowl favorite territory.
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