Overview
- The Denver Broncos selected Caleb Lohner, a former collegiate basketball player turned tight end, with the 241st pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
- Lohner played just one season of college football at Utah, recording four catches—all for touchdowns—and contributing on special teams with a blocked field goal.
- Head coach Sean Payton compared Lohner’s potential to former basketball-to-football tight ends Jimmy Graham and Antonio Gates, highlighting his 6-foot-7 frame and athletic upside.
- Lohner impressed scouts at the Big 12 Pro Day in March 2025 and participated in a pre-draft visit with the Broncos, solidifying their interest in his potential.
- Entering Denver’s offseason program, Lohner faces a steep learning curve as he competes with established tight ends and works to develop his football skills.