The Denver Broncos averaged 112.2 rushing yards per game in 2024, which ranked right near the middle of the NFL, 16th out of 32 teams.
The Broncos continued their five-year streak of not having a 1,000-yard rusher as Javonte Williams led the team in carries (139) and yards (513). He tied with rookie quarterback Bo Nix in rushing touchdowns (four) and he ranked second behind Nix (41) with 30 carries that picked up first downs.
The team’s second-leading rusher was Jaleel McLaughlin with 496 yards, one touchdown and 25 first downs. Nix ended up third in yards (430). Behind him was rookie Aurdic Estime, who totaled 310 yards, two touchdowns and 15 first downs on the ground.
Tyler Badie (86 yards) made the most of his limited action as his 7.8 yards per carry average ranked first on the team, beating out Nix (4.7), McLaughlin (4.4) and Estime (4.1).
Broncos receiver Marvin Mims also got reps at running back and he ended the year with 42 rushing yards and three first downs on 13 carries. Up next was rookie Blake Watson (10 yards on four carries), followed by receiver Troy Franklin (eight yards) and fullback Michael Burton (eight yards).
The tenth and final Denver player to tote the ball in 2024 was backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham, who ended the year with five rushing yards.
Broncos leading rushers 2024
- Javonte Williams: 513 yards
- Jaleel McLaughlin: 496 yards
- Bo Nix: 430 yards
- Audric Estime: 310 yards
- Tyler Badie: 86 yards
- Marvin Mims: 42 yards
- Blake Watson: 10 yards
- Troy Franklin: 8 yards
- Michael Burton: 8 yards
- Jarrett Stidham: 5 yards
Williams only averaged 3.7 yards per carry in 2024 and he’s set to become a free agent in March, so the Broncos will likely look to add at least one running back this offseason. NFL free agency will begin in March followed by the NFL draft in April.
