2016 NFL Mock Draft: Holiday Update
By Jon Dove
Nov 21, 2015; Columbus, OH, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Taylor Decker (68) blocks against the Michigan State Spartans at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
28. Denver Broncos (10-3)- Taylor Decker, OT, Ohio State
The Denver Broncos are in the middle of a very interesting season that has seen an unexpected change at quarterback. Everyone expects Peyton Manning to reclaim his starting job when he’s fully healthy, but there are some who see that as a mistake. Either way, the issues along the offensive line have made life harder for Manning and Brock Osweiler.
Ryan Clady’s offseason injury really put this group in a hole. It also didn’t help that rookie starter Ty Sambrillo suffered an injury of his own. There’s no doubting Clady’s talent but his injury history is a concern.
Denver needs to look at bringing in talent along the offensive line to provide depth. Ohio State’s Taylor Decker is a good athlete who can play either tackle position. He’s someone the Broncos could peg as a potential long-term replacement for Clady.
Whether it’s Manning or Osweiler starting at quarterback next year the offensive line needs to be better.
Denver also has a big decision to make regarding Von Miller and his pending free agency. He’s one of the game’s top pass rushers and will command a huge contract. The Broncos were a little hesitant to throw money around this past offseason—allowing Julius Thomas to walk.
Will they think twice about giving Miller big money?
Next: No. 29 Cincinnati