Denver Broncos gifts Bo Nix a couple of offensive weapons, strengthens the trenches in latest 7-round 2026 NFL mock draft

Latest 7-round 2026 NFL mock draft gifts the Denver Broncos an incredible haul.

Ryan Roberts — National College Football Writer
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Oct 25, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores tight end Eli Stowers (9) celebrates a catch against the Missouri Tigers during the second half at FirstBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

The Denver Broncos are an NFL franchise that continues to be on the rise under head coach Sean Payton. Second-year quarterback Bo Nix is beginning to round into form, and the Bronco defense is fantastic. If the offense continues to ascend, this could end up being a major wildcard once the playoffs begin. 

For this team to continue becoming a sustainable program with long-term expectations, continuing to add top talent each offseason is the top priority. The 2026 NFL Draft is going to offer the chance for this team to get better on both sides of the football. That was accomplished in a recent 7-round mock draft over at A to Z Sports. 

7-round Denver Broncos mock draft

Round 1, Pick 28: Makai Lemon, WR, USC

While Lemon isn’t the biggest wide receiver of all time, he does a tremendous job playing through contact. The USC star is also a really good route runner, and creates a ton of plays after the catch. He can become a quarterback’s best friend.  

Round 2, Pick 60: Dominique Orange, DT, Iowa State 

A massive interior presence at around 330 pounds, Orange is a really difficult player to move at the point of attack. “Big Citrus” is also a nice mover for his size, but will need to be an overall more consistent football player. 

Round 3, Pick 92: Jaishawn Barham, LB, Michigan 

During his time with both the Wolverines and Maryland, Barham has played reps at both linebacker and on the edge. That versatility is a huge selling point for a defensive coordinator, offering some playmaking ability. 

Round 4, Pick 102: Eli Stowers, TE, Vanderbilt 

The former Texas A&M and New Mexico State quarterback has morphed into one of the top tight ends in all of college football. At around 6-3 and 240 pounds, Stowers is a move tight end with good athleticism and ball skills to become a nice passing game weapon. 

Round 4, Pick 128: Kage Casey, IOL, Boise State 

While Casey plays left tackle for Boise State, his place on the next level will be on the interior. There is a chance that Casey becomes either a center or guard, or possibly even a backup at multiple spots ideally. 

Round 5, Pick 168: D’Angelo Ponds, CB, Indiana 

What Ponds lacks for in size, he makes up with his short area quickness and football IQ. The Indiana star may be best served in the nickel on the next level, where his size won’t be as much of a deterrent. 

Round 7, Pick 243: Jamarion Miller, RB, Alabama 

When Miller is healthy, he is one of the more nuanced runners in the class. His durability has been a major issue, and he is also just average in terms of explosiveness, but there could be a place for him in a role on the next level. 

Round 7, Pick 250: Marvin Jones Jr., EDGE, Oklahoma 

There are moments of really impressive plays from Jones, but they just aren’t often enough. With NFL bloodlines and good overall athleticism, there is still a ceiling to try to tap into. 

Round 7, Pick 253: Chase Roberts, WR, BYU

Incredibly smooth and efficient, Roberts is one of the cleaner route runners in the 2026 class. His athleticism is just ordinary so there isn’t a ton of upside, but the floor is still something to build off of. 

Round 7, Pick 257: Giovanni El-Hadi, OG, Michigan 

There’s nothing fancy about El-Hadi’s game but he’s incredibly efficient. His tools are good enough to fight for a roster spot, although he’s probably not talented enough to ever be more than an interior swing option. 

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