The Denver Broncos are on the hunt for a running back, and while the buzz often centers around signing an expensive free agent, there are other intriguing options on the table. One such possibility, highlighted by Nick Kosmider of The Athletic, involves targeting a late-round gem in the draft.
First, let's examine the current roster. J.K.
Dobbins was a standout performer for Denver in the first 10 weeks of the season, racking up 772 rushing yards-ranking him fifth in the league at that point. Unfortunately, a foot injury cut his season short.
At 27, Dobbins has shown flashes of brilliance, averaging 5.2 yards per carry over his career. However, his durability is a concern, having missed a significant number of games since his debut with the Ravens in 2020.
The Broncos need more depth to complement RJ Harvey, who emerged as a reliable receiving option and showed potential as a runner. However, Harvey still needs to develop consistency as a ball carrier.
Enter Nicholas Singleton from Penn State. Singleton is a prospect with exciting physical attributes, and if the Broncos retain Dobbins, adding Singleton could inject much-needed speed and explosiveness into the lineup.
Singleton has proven to be a red-zone asset, scoring 54 touchdowns over his college career. Despite a dip in production last year due to a committee approach, he maintained an impressive 5.6 yards per carry and caught 102 passes during his time at Penn State.
Singleton's boom-or-bust style makes him a polarizing figure. He’s capable of electrifying long runs but sometimes misses crucial cutback opportunities.
This unpredictability is why he could be available in the later rounds-a calculated risk that could pay off for Denver. At 6' and 220 pounds, Singleton brings a physical presence that the Broncos currently lack.
History shows that late-round picks can turn into hidden gems, and Singleton might just be the perfect fit for Denver's backfield.