Denver Broncos Mock Draft and Big Board: Updated Day 2 Predictions

The Denver Broncos kicked off their draft with a bang, moving up in the first round to get quarterback Paxton Lynch out of Memphis.

While fans had their eyes on different mid-round sleepers who could become the quarterback of the future, the Broncos were aggressive and went after the No. 3 player at the position, solving a major problem on Day 1.

Of course, the draft is still just beginning, with two more days and eight more picks to improve the roster as much as possible. These will hopefully be used to fill some relatively big holes on the lineup.

Here is an updated look at what the Broncos might do next, with a new top-100 big board and predictions for the next six rounds.

Top-100 Big Board

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The first round obviously took away a number of top prospects, but there are still plenty of options available in a deep class for the Broncos to target on Day 2.

While there is a reduced need for quarterbacks after drafting Lynch in the first round, a number of other key positions take precedent in the latest big board.

Denver Broncos Big Board

Rank	Player	Position	School
1	Myles Jack	OLB	UCLA
2	Reggie Ragland	ILB	Alabama
3	A'Shawn Robinson	DT	Alabama
4	Jarran Reed	DT	Alabama
5	Cody Whitehair	OG	Kansas State
6	Chris Jones	DT	Mississippi State
7	Hunter Henry	TE	Arkansas
8	Kevin Dodd	DE	Clemson
9	Andrew Billings	DT	Baylor
10	Jason Spriggs	OT	Indiana
11	Jonathan Bullard	DE	Florida
12	Maliek Collins	DT	Nebraska
13	Emmanuel Ogbah	DE	Oklahoma State
14	Vonn Bell	S	Ohio State
15	Noah Spence	DE	Western Kentucky
16	Michael Thomas	WR	Ohio State
17	Jaylon Smith	OLB	Notre Dame
18	Kentrell Brothers	ILB	Missouri
19	Jihad Ward	DE	Illinois
20	Vadal Alexander	OG	LSU
21	Sterling Shepard	WR	Oklahoma
22	Su'a Cravens	OLB	USC
23	T.J. Green	S	Clemson
24	Derrick Henry	RB	Alabama
25	Nick Vannett	TE	Ohio State
26	Le'Raven Clark	OT	Texas Tech
27	Christian Westerman	OG	Arizona State
28	Adolphus Washington	DT	Ohio State
29	Sheldon Day	DT	Notre Dame
30	Mackensie Alexander	CB	Clemson
31	Nick Martin	C	Notre Dame
32	Shilique Calhoun	DE	Michigan State
33	Joshua Perry	ILB	Ohio State
34	Austin Hooper	TE	Stanford
35	Austin Johnson	DT	Penn State
36	Shon Coleman	OT	Auburn
37	Devontae Booker	RB	Utah
38	Braxton Miller	WR	Ohio State
39	Jerrell Adams	TE	South Carolina
40	Kamalei Correa	OLB	Boise State
41	Kendall Fuller	CB	Virginia Tech
42	Hassan Ridgeway	DT	Texas
43	Jerald Hawkins	OT	LSU
44	Willie Henry	DT	Michigan
45	Kenneth Dixon	RB	Louisiana Tech
46	Charles Tapper	DE	Oklahoma
47	Javon Hargrave	DT	South Carolina State
48	Scooby Wright	ILB	Arizona
49	Darian Thompson	S	Boise State
50	Tyler Boyd	WR	Pittsburgh
51	Carl Nassib	DE	Penn State
52	C.J. Prosise	RB	Notre Dame
53	Connor McGovern	OG	Missouri
54	Justin Simmons	S	Boston College
55	Sebastian Tretola	OG	Arkansas
56	Tyler Higbee	TE	Western Kentucky
57	Joe Haeg	OT	North Dakota State
58	Xavien Howard	CB	Baylor
59	Nick Kwiatkowski	ILB	West Virginia
60	Deion Jones	OLB	LSU
61	DeAndre Houston-Carson	S	William & Mary
62	B.J. Goodson	ILB	Clemson
63	Paul Perkins	RB	UCLA
64	Jack Allen	C	Michigan State
65	Sean Davis	S	Maryland
66	Kyler Fackrell	OLB	Utah State
67	Joe Dahl	OG	Washington State
68	Pharoh Cooper	WR	South Carolina
69	Willie Beavers	OT	Western Michigan
70	Tyler Matakevich	ILB	Temple
71	Jordan Jenkins	OLB	Georgia
72	Bronson Kaufusi	DE	BYU
73	Max Tuerk	C	USC
74	Alex Collins	RB	Arkansas
75	KeiVarae Russell	CB	Notre Dame
76	Darrell Greene	OG	San Diego State
77	Leonte Carroo	WR	Rutgers
78	Adam Gostis	DT	Georgia Tech
79	Jeremy Cash	S	Duke
80	Kenyan Drake	RB	Alabama
81	Thomas Duarte	TE	UCLA
82	Yannick Ngakoue	DE	Maryland
83	Rees Odhiambo	OG	Boise State
84	Will Redmond	CB	Mississippi State
85	Ronald Blair	DE	Appalachian State
86	Graham Glasgow	C	Michigan
87	Shawn Oakman	DE	Baylor
88	Jonathan Williams	RB	Arkansas
89	Evan Boehm	OG	Missouri
90	Jayron Kearse	S	Clemson
91	Alex Lewis	OT	Nebraska
92	Josh Ferguson	RB	Illinois
93	Rashard Higgins	WR	Colorado State
94	Cyrus Jones	CB	Alabama
95	Jason Fanaika	DE	Utah
96	D.J. Reader	DT	Clemson
97	Miles Killebrew	S	Southern Utah
98	Isaac Seumalo	OG	Oregon State
99	Jalen Mills	S	LSU
100	Malcolm Mitchell	WR	Georgia

Round 2

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Round 2, Pick 63: Jonathan Bullard, DE, Florida

There was a run on defensive linemen late in the first round Thursday, but there are still a whole lot of quality players still available and not enough teams ready to draft them. This will leave a bunch of quality options available at the position for the Broncos, even at the end of the second round.

One prospect who could be available is Jonathan Bullard, an athletic defensive tackle who is explosive at the line of scrimmage and can get into the backfield in a hurry.

Perhaps his best attribute is his versatility as Bullard has spent time at multiple spots along the defensive line. This would leave the Broncos with plenty of options, although he likely would be slotted as a 3-4 defensive end, filling in for the departed Malik Jackson. After excelling last year in the SEC, he should be able to contribute right away and potentially start in Week 1.

At 6'3", 285 pounds, Bullard is a bit undersized to truly clog holes in the run game, but he has enough strength to take on blockers and free up space for the rest of the playmakers on Denver's defense.

Round 3

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Round 3, Pick 98: Christian Westerman, OG, Arizona State

The Broncos got their new quarterback, but now they have to find a way to protect him. The offensive line was dreadful last season, and while the squad added a pair of veteran guards in free agency (Russell Okung and Donald Stephenson), the team still needs a lot of help at guard.

This is where Christian Westerman can help out as an advanced blocker who can succeed in both run and pass plays. The Arizona State player has good mobility in a small space with good enough technique to make a difference early in his career.

Westerman is also one of the strongest players in the entire class, leading all players at the combine with 34 reps on the bench press. He doesn't just use this strength in the weight room either, as he knows how to push around bigger defenders and clear space for whoever is in the backfield.

Even late in Day 2, the Broncos can turn a weakness in the middle of the offensive line into a strength with one draft pick. Although the squad gave up the No. 94 pick to acquire Lynch, this would be a good selection if available at No. 98.

Round 4

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Round 4, Pick 136: Scooby Wright, ILB, Arizona

Scooby Wright is the type of player who has a disconnect from what he has shown on the field to what some are expecting him to do in the NFL.

A knee injury limited most of his 2015 season, but the concerns go behind just his durability. The linebacker is undersized at 6'0", 239 pounds and doesn't have great speed or athleticism. These flags could push him toward Day 3 of the draft.

On the other hand, Wright has shown he can be a dominant player when healthy, leading the nation with 164 tackles in 2014, including an NCAA-best 31 tackles for a loss. He won the Lombardi Award as the best defensive lineman or linebacker in college football that year and was a consensus All-American.

Wright dominated the college game thanks to his instincts and sure-tackling ability, two things that will continue to help him in the NFL. In a 3-4 defense alongside Brandon Marshall at middle linebacker, this could be an elite tandem against the run that will hold its own on all three downs.

Round 5

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Round 5, Pick 144: Josh Ferguson, RB, Illinois

The Broncos re-signed both primary running backs from last season, but they could use another option out of the backfield, specifically someone who could be a change of pace and potentially help out in the passing game.

Josh Ferguson fits this description after totaling 168 catches in his college career for 1,507 yards and eight touchdowns. While undersized (5'9", 198 lbs), he has excellent quickness to make defenders miss and is extremely dangerous with the ball in his hands.

He brings something no one else on the roster can provide and could make the offense much more dynamic if used correctly.

While there are more complete running backs available earlier in the draft, Denver could still be in good shape by waiting and grabbing a playmaker like Ferguson.

Round 5, Pick 157: Jalen Mills, S, LSU

Jalen Mills provides both depth and versatility to an already-solid defensive backfield in Denver.

The LSU product has spent time at both cornerback and safety and could legitimately play either in the NFL. While he might be best at safety, he does have the coverage skills to handle the slot if needed.

No matter where he is on the field, Mills can use his athleticism to make a play on the ball and force turnovers or just break up passes. He needs to add some strength, but there is room to grow at 6'0", 191 pounds. Still, the tools are there for the versatile player to have a long career in the NFL.

With the Broncos, Mills can provide depth for a pair of starting safeties who have missed time due to injury in T.J. Ward and Darian Stewart. If he develops as expected, he could become a starter down the line.

Round 6

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Round 6, Pick 219: Kyle Murphy, OT, Stanford

Stanford has produced a number of quality offensive linemen in recent years, and Kyle Murphy could be next in line. The offensive tackle is raw, but he has the physical tools necessary to succeed in the NFL.

The 6'6" player needs to add some strength to his frame as well as improving his technique in pass protection. Fortunately, the Broncos don't have an immediate need for a starter at tackle, with Okung, Stephenson, Michael Schofield and Ty Sambrailo all on the roster. There are questions about the future at the position, though, and the team would like to find someone who could be a franchise player at either bookend spot going forward.

While it would be a lot to expect this right out of the gate for Murphy, the upside is there and he is worth the risk in the sixth round of the draft.

Round 7

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Round 7, Pick 228: Greg Milhouse, DT, Campbell

Denver continues to add depth on the defensive line with another versatile player in Greg Milhouse.

The small-school player has a great motor and the athleticism to be a quality pass-rusher at the next level. Milhouse also found a way to be productive from the middle of the defensive line, tallying 49 tackles this past season with 12.5 for a loss and five sacks.

While he isn't likely to make an immediate impact, Milhouse can be a part of the rotation along the defensive line and spend time at both tackle and end. If he continues to work hard, he could eventually see his role grow and provide the Broncos with some major value in the seventh round. 

Round 7, Pick 253: Byron Marshall, WR, Oregon

While he could easily go undrafted, Byron Marshall would be a useful addition for the Broncos with the last pick in the draft.

When healthy, Marshall is a dynamic talent who rushed for over 1,000 yards as a running back and then tallied over 1,000 receiving yards when he became a wideout as a junior. He also made some big plays as a returner during his time at Oregon.

Although the spread offense helped make Marshall look good, he is still a threat with the ball in his hands and could be a weapon for Denver on both offense and special teams. With a need for a new punt returner after losing Omar Bolden, this could be the answer.

All measurables and combine stats via NFL.com. College stats courtesy of Sports Reference. 

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