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Broncos 2026 NFL Draft: Paton Builds Roster Insurance with Strategic Picks

The Broncos 2026 NFL Draft is shaping up to be a strategic move by GM George Paton, focusing on long-term fixes and roster insurance. CBS Sports projects the team to draft Ohio State corner Davison Igbinosun in the fourth round, addressing secondary concerns. The Broncos also snag South Carolina defensive lineman Nick Barrett and North Carolina State tight end Justin Joly in the fourth and fifth rounds, respectively, to bolster the defensive line and tight end positions.

Later picks include TCU guard Carver Willis, USC safety Bishop Fitzgerald, Iowa interior lineman Aaron Graves, and Illinois tackle JC Davis, adding depth to the interior line without rushing aging vets. The mock draft skips running backs, betting on Jaleel McLaughlin and Tyler Badie to stick, possibly eyeing free agency instead. The corner pick hints at uncertainty around Riley Mosss next deal or Jahdae Barrons slow start.

Overall, Patons draft strategy sets the Broncos up strong past 2026, turning this draft into prime roster insurance.

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