What the experts are saying about the Broncos' twentieth overall pick
Updated: April 3, 2025 1:00pm ET
← Back to all 2025 NFL Draft newsAnalysts project diverse options for Broncos at #20
Multiple draft experts see the Broncos targeting different positions at #20 overall. ESPN's Jordan Reid suggests South Carolina safety Nick Emmanwori, while The Athletic's Dane Brugler projects UNC running back Omarion Hampton. Several analysts, including NFL.com's Lance Zierlein and Trevor Sikkema of PFF, have Denver selecting Michigan tight end Colston Loveland to help support QB Bo Nix.
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NFL.com: Loveland and Blue ideal picks for Denver
Chad Reuter suggests the Broncos' ideal scenario would be selecting Michigan TE Colston Loveland in the first round, praising his quick feet and reliable hands as assets for QB Bo Nix. Reuter also projects Texas RB Jaydon Blue as an ideal second-round pick following Javonte Williams' departure, noting Blue's impressive sub-4.3 40-yard dash time at his pro day.
Bucky Brooks: Jeanty could ignite Broncos offense
NFL.com analyst Bucky Brooks believes Sean Payton won't pass up Boise State RB Ashton Jeanty if available, describing him as 'special' with 'three-down ability and the potential to score from anywhere on the field.' Brooks suggests Jeanty's presence could help Denver challenge Kansas City's AFC West supremacy as soon as next season.