Broncos Wire’s 90-man offseason roster series continues today with a look at fifth-year tight end Adam Trautman, No. 82.
Before the Broncos: Trautman (6-5, 253 pounds) was originally drafted by current Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton during his time with the New Orleans Saints, in the third round of the 2020 NFL draft (105th overall). Trautman spent three years with the Saints, playing in 43 games, starting 28 of those contests. With New Orleans, Trautman caught 60 passes for 641 yards and four touchdowns.
Broncos tenure: During the 2023 NFL draft, the Broncos traded the 195th overall pick to the Saints in exchange for Trautman and a seventh-round pick (that pick parlayed into center Alex Forsyth).
Trautman had a productive first season with the Broncos in 2023, filling in for an injured tight end Greg Dulcich. Playing in all 17 games with 12 starts, Trautman caught 22 passes for 204 yards and three touchdowns in 2023.
Chances to make the 53-man roster: Near lock. Trautman’s in a heated battle for the starting tight end job. He is battling both Dulcich and Lucas Krull for the starting role in Payton’s system. Even if he doesn’t end up starting in Week 1, Trautman seems very likely to make the active roster.
