As the dust settles on the free agency frenzy, all eyes are shifting to the upcoming NFL draft, set for April 23-25. The Denver Broncos, fresh off their trade for wide receiver Jaylen Waddle, are armed with seven picks spread over the draft's three days, starting with a Round 2 selection at 62nd overall. The Broncos seem to be focusing on depth rather than immediate starters, though the potential for uncovering late-round gems is always on the table.
One area where Denver is keen to bolster is at linebacker, particularly on the inside. With the re-signing of Justin Strnad and Alex Singleton and the release of veteran Dre Greenlaw, the Broncos are looking to strengthen their defense in the heart of the field.
NFL insider Field Yates has weighed in on the situation, suggesting that Denver should consider linebacker Josiah Trotter from Missouri for their 62nd pick. "Josiah Trotter, son of longtime NFL linebacker Jeremiah Trotter, has a chance to be available at that spot," Yates shared with Mina Kimes. "He's a rugged, tough, hard-nosed player who really came into his own at Missouri."
Trotter, standing at 6-2 and weighing 237 pounds, has made a name for himself with stints at both West Virginia and Missouri. His stats speak volumes: 176 total tackles, 17 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, an interception, and three pass deflections. His playing style has drawn comparisons to the Kansas City Chiefs' Nick Bolton, a familiar face for the Broncos.
Despite coming off a knee surgery in 2025, Trotter's technique remains sound, no doubt influenced by his father's NFL pedigree. His presence could add much-needed depth to a Broncos linebacker corps that struggled with injuries last season.
As it stands, Denver's first pick is set for Day 2 of the draft. However, with the unpredictable nature of trades, the Broncos' draft day strategy could still see some shake-ups.