The Denver Broncos have many needs ahead of the 2024 NFL draft, but the three biggest needs are arguably quarterback, cornerback and pass rusher.
Russell Wilson has an uncertain future in Denver and the Broncos need to find a long-term solution at QB. Pat Surtain is one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL, but the team needs a quality CB2 to start across from him. Meanwhile, Denver hasn’t had a pass rusher record double-digit sacks in a single season since 2018.
So, who are the players in the 2024 NFL draft that can help the Broncos? Daniel Jeremiah of NFL Network recently released his rankings of the top 50 prospects in this year’s class, and we’ve listed his top-ranked QBs, CBs and OLBs below.
At quarterback, Jeremiah has Caleb Williams No. 1 overall, followed by Drake Maye (No. 4), Jayden Daniels (No. 5), Bo Nix (No. 23), J.J. McCarthy (No. 27) and Michael Penix (No. 40). You can view his full list on NFL.com.
1. QB Caleb Williams
4. QB Drake Maye
5. QB Jayden Daniels
6. CB Terrion Arnold
10. OLB Dallas Turner
14. OLB Jared Verse
19. CB Quinyon Mitchell
21. OLB Laiatu Latu
23. QB Bo Nix
24. CB Ennis Rakestraw Jr.
25. OLB Chop Robinson
27. QB J.J. McCarthy
29. CB Cooper DeJean
30. CB Nate Wiggins
36. CB Kool-Aid McKinstry
40. QB Michael Penix Jr.
42. CB Kamari Lassiter
49. OLB Marshawn Kneeland
The Broncos hold six picks in the 2024 NFL draft, including 12th overall in the first round and 42nd overall in the third round, so it’s possible that Denver could end up with two players on this list. The draft will be held in Detroit from April 25-27.
