Although the NFL season is in its stretch run, it’s never the wrong time to talk about the NFL draft.
In the Denver Broncos‘ case, their play slates them to have their first pick in the latter part of the first round. Following the rise of Bo Nix, they need to add complementary pieces to the offense.
In his recent 2025 NFL mock draft, Cory Kinnan of Daft on Draft has the Broncos selecting Michigan tight end Colston Loveland. Through ten games this season, he has caught 56 passes for 582 yards and five touchdowns. He’s also a finalist for the John Mackey Award, which goes to the best tight end in college football.
Here is Kinnan’s commentary on the pick:
The Denver Broncos are the surprise of 2024. Bo Nix is playing better every week, and they keep winning games. Their set of pass catchers, however, can be improved. Sean Payton, the man who utilized the big and athletic Jimmy Graham in New Orleans, lands the big and athletic Colston Loveland.
While Loveland seems ideal, the real work and evaluation begins after the season ends in February.
