The Denver Broncos selected Notre Dame running back Audric Estime with the 147th pick in the NFL draft on Saturday.
Estime (6-1, 215 pounds) was a three-year veteran from South Bend, Indiana, where he was a big part of the offense for the Irish. Estime finished his college career with 373 rushing attempts, 2,321 rushing yards and 29 rushing touchdowns. In 2023, Estime was named a second-team AP All-American after he ran for 1,341 yards and 18 touchdowns on 210 carries.
At the NFL combine, Estime ran the slowest 40-yard dash among running backs at a 4.71, but at Notre Dame’s pro day, Estime ran a 4.58-second 40-yard dash. He also had a 10-foot-5-inch broad jump at the combine.
Although he may not be a lightning-fast runner, Estime has drawn comparisons to current Broncos running back Javonte Williams. Estime has the ability to shed tackles and carry defenders for yards after contact. Estime joins Williams, Samaje Perine and Jaleel McLaughlin in the Broncos’ running back room ahead of the 2024 season.
