As the Denver Broncos prepare for the 2026 NFL Draft, they find themselves without a first-round pick for the second consecutive year after trading it to acquire wide receiver Jaylen Waddle. Historically, quarterbacks have dominated the early draft selections, with 19 out of 25 first overall picks being QBs this century. The Broncos are expected to focus on strengthening their roster, particularly in the interior defensive line and tight end positions, with their current draft strategy involving seven total picks, including one in the second round. Despite having the second least draft capital valued at 3134 points, the Broncos are optimistic about finding talent in the second and fourth rounds. They also have the third least financial requirement for rookie signings at $7.6 million. The team’s current financial situation is tight, but they plan to create additional cap space by releasing some veteran players before the draft.