Broncos Draft Gems: Late-Round Gems Who Fit Sean Payton’s Vision

The Denver Broncos don’t have a 1st or 3rd round pick after trading for Jaylen Waddle — so how do they keep building a contender through the 2026 NFL Draft?
On the DNVR Draft Podcast, we shift our focus to the late-round gems, sleepers, and “my guys” who could take Denver to the next level under Sean Payton and George Paton.
We highlight our favorite non-obvious prospects outside of Round 1 who could be perfect fits for the Broncos, plus the best Day 3 sleepers to keep an eye on.
We also run a full traits-based draft, identifying:

Players who best fit the Sean Payton and George Paton mold
Finally, we fire up a Broncos draft simulator, mapping out the top 5 picks and building the best possible class without premium draft capital.
Join Jake Schwanitz, Henry Chisholm and Andre Simone for deep-cut prospects, hidden gems, and smart draft strategy for the Denver Broncos.

Best speed rusher

Best hands

Best route runner

Best pass protector

Best man coverage corner

Highest football IQ

Most versatile prospect

Players who best fit the Sean Payton and George Paton mold

Finally, we fire up a Broncos draft simulator, mapping out the top 5 picks and building the best possible class without premium draft capital.
Join Jake Schwanitz, Henry Chisholm and Andre Simone for deep-cut prospects, hidden gems, and smart draft strategy for the Denver Broncos.

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