Overview

• Head coach Sean Payton has officially stated that the Broncos will focus on drafting a running back in the 2025 NFL Draft if the player's talent aligns with the team's vision.
• General Manager George Paton is actively engaged in trade discussions to move up in the first round, with more serious talks planned for next week.
• Denver's current running back roster, including Jaleel McLaughlin and Audric Estimé, lacks a proven feature back, with no player surpassing 1,000 rushing yards since 2019.
• Payton highlighted the importance of a strong running game to support second-year quarterback Bo Nix and complement the team's defense-first strategy.
• The deep running back draft class has reduced activity in the free-agent market, making the draft the Broncos' primary avenue to address their backfield needs.