In his latest 2024 NFL mock draft for Draft Wire, Jeff Risdon has the Denver Broncos selecting Alabama offensive tackle J.C. Latham with the 16th overall pick in the first round.
“Latham is another player with a lot of potential who is difficult to predict where he comes off the board,” Risdon wrote on Draft Wire. “Denver’s lack of depth and need for more consistent pass protection is a savvy landing spot for the Crimson Tide strongman.”
It’s a somewhat surprising pick for the Broncos given that Garett Bolles (31) is signed through the 2024 season and Mike McGlinchey (28) is signed through the 2027 season. Denver will need to begin planning for the future at some point, though, and Lantham could prove to be a valuable long-term option at tackle.
Before the Broncos’ pick, quarterbacks Drake Maye (No. 1 overall), Caleb Williams (No. 3), Jayden Daniels (No. 7) and Bo Nix (No. 11) flew off the board. Another QB — J.J. McCarthy (No. 22) — was also picked in the first round after Denver’s pick.
Risdon has the Bronco sticking with Russell Wilson and adding more depth and competition on the offensive line in 2024.
