Photos: Every 2025 first-round draft prospect mocked to the Denver Broncos
Ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft on Thursday, we rounded up as many major mock drafts that we could find since January to make a pool of potential first-round draft picks for the Denver Broncos.
!["Is Jeanty a luxury pick? That depends; are Bijan Robinson or Jahmyr Gibbs luxury picks?" [Ryan Wilson, CBS Sports, April 8] (AP Photo/Steve Conner)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/upload/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/broncos/jf4iyoeoctmaxsgrui45.jpg)
"Is Jeanty a luxury pick? That depends; are Bijan Robinson or Jahmyr Gibbs luxury picks?" [Ryan Wilson, CBS Sports, April 8] (AP Photo/Steve Conner)
![Sample mock draft analysis: "With his blend of patience, power and speed, the former Tar Heels back would help elevate Sean Payton's offense." [Dane Brugler, The Athletic, April 16] (AP Photo/Chris Seward)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/upload/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/broncos/cpvbhyzul18tyh6ax2rb.jpg)
Sample mock draft analysis: "With his blend of patience, power and speed, the former Tar Heels back would help elevate Sean Payton's offense." [Dane Brugler, The Athletic, April 16] (AP Photo/Chris Seward)
!["One of my favorite players in this class, Egbuka is this year's version of Amon-Ra St. Brown — a fearless competitor who was a difference-maker from Day 1 inside one of the country's best programs." [Nick Baumgardner, The Athletic, April 7] (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/upload/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/broncos/ohkxj9uojwqxmzmzezmo.jpg)
"One of my favorite players in this class, Egbuka is this year's version of Amon-Ra St. Brown — a fearless competitor who was a difference-maker from Day 1 inside one of the country's best programs." [Nick Baumgardner, The Athletic, April 7] (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
!["Sean Payton wants a feature back with big-play potential in the rotation. Henderson's speed and explosiveness could give the Super Bowl-winning coach Alvin Kamara vibes when he's contemplating how to utilize the Ohio State standout." [Bucky Brooks, NFL.com, April 22] (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/upload/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/broncos/jasemkmnywa66mrcmyhs.jpg)
"Sean Payton wants a feature back with big-play potential in the rotation. Henderson's speed and explosiveness could give the Super Bowl-winning coach Alvin Kamara vibes when he's contemplating how to utilize the Ohio State standout." [Bucky Brooks, NFL.com, April 22] (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
!["The Michigan product posted a very impressive 2.67 yards per route run in 2024 to go along with his 90.6 PFF receiving grade. The pick should lead to an increase in the Broncos' use of 12 personnel." [Jordan Plocher, Pro Football Focus, April 14] (AP Photo/Jose Juarez)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/upload/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/broncos/cj1efqeeiwxaomrrtpxv.jpg)
"The Michigan product posted a very impressive 2.67 yards per route run in 2024 to go along with his 90.6 PFF receiving grade. The pick should lead to an increase in the Broncos' use of 12 personnel." [Jordan Plocher, Pro Football Focus, April 14] (AP Photo/Jose Juarez)
![Sample mock draft analysis: "The Broncos add to Bo Nix's weapons with Luther Burden out of Missouri." [Nick Wright, FOX Sports, April 15] (AP Photo/Artie Walker Jr.)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/upload/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/broncos/bobhhdrngb5vkxvreszo.jpg)
Sample mock draft analysis: "The Broncos add to Bo Nix's weapons with Luther Burden out of Missouri." [Nick Wright, FOX Sports, April 15] (AP Photo/Artie Walker Jr.)
!["This Broncos offense starts to look pretty loaded if they can add one more wide receiver and a home run hitting back, so that's where we go here. Despite his sub 4.3 timed speed, I think Golden's best ability is the detail in his routes." [Connor Rogers, NBC Sports, March 24] (AP Photo/John Bazemore)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/upload/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/broncos/i58gunrrlbp4z0qgsm3v.jpg)
"This Broncos offense starts to look pretty loaded if they can add one more wide receiver and a home run hitting back, so that's where we go here. Despite his sub 4.3 timed speed, I think Golden's best ability is the detail in his routes." [Connor Rogers, NBC Sports, March 24] (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
![Sample mock draft analysis: "Warren's potential as a move-around chess piece makes him a fun potential fit with head coach Sean Payton, with his reliable hands and dynamic ability as an underneath weapon providing Bo Nix with a receiving option he can rely on and develop with." [Nate Tice, Yahoo! Sports, April 16] (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/upload/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/broncos/lpkufmswbmfimtt5mugi.jpg)
Sample mock draft analysis: "Warren's potential as a move-around chess piece makes him a fun potential fit with head coach Sean Payton, with his reliable hands and dynamic ability as an underneath weapon providing Bo Nix with a receiving option he can rely on and develop with." [Nate Tice, Yahoo! Sports, April 16] (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
!["The Broncos can use some extra punch to complement Nik Bonitto and newcomer Dre Greenlaw, and they should love Walker's explosive playmaking versatility under Vance Joseph." [Vinnie Iyer, The Sporting News, April 4]
(AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/upload/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/broncos/ohcnzv16jb4qbk3g1goy.jpg)
"The Broncos can use some extra punch to complement Nik Bonitto and newcomer Dre Greenlaw, and they should love Walker's explosive playmaking versatility under Vance Joseph." [Vinnie Iyer, The Sporting News, April 4]
(AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
!["While you don't always want to draft for need, No. 20 is a pretty good spot for McMillan. Opinion on him is not unanimous -- Steve Smith Sr. asserted McMillan 'leaves a lot of plays on the field' -- but if you're convinced by the tape and believe he can be the guy to help Bo Nix, I'm good with it. This would be a solid, solid pick; think adding a Drake London-type for this offense." [Adam Rank, NFL.com, April 15]
(AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/upload/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/broncos/ft1s2frulj79bvbz3vyq.jpg)
"While you don't always want to draft for need, No. 20 is a pretty good spot for McMillan. Opinion on him is not unanimous -- Steve Smith Sr. asserted McMillan 'leaves a lot of plays on the field' -- but if you're convinced by the tape and believe he can be the guy to help Bo Nix, I'm good with it. This would be a solid, solid pick; think adding a Drake London-type for this offense." [Adam Rank, NFL.com, April 15]
(AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
!["Kenneth Grant steps in to provide immediate help as a run defender, but also gives them some juice as a pass rusher." [Josh Edwards, CBS Sports, Feb. 27] (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/upload/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/broncos/lsegt7xxymygqhsbjopk.jpg)
"Kenneth Grant steps in to provide immediate help as a run defender, but also gives them some juice as a pass rusher." [Josh Edwards, CBS Sports, Feb. 27] (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
!["Having acquired a tight end, and this being too early for the second-best running back, the Broncos grab the NCAA sack leader." [Sam Farmer, The LA Times, March 31] (AP Photo/Butch Dill)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/upload/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/broncos/ztgtrl82kyyt3omao0lg.jpg)
"Having acquired a tight end, and this being too early for the second-best running back, the Broncos grab the NCAA sack leader." [Sam Farmer, The LA Times, March 31] (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
!["Emmanwori gave me some Derwin James vibes when I studied him. I love his instincts and production." [Daniel Jeremiah, NFL.com, Jan. 25] (AP Photo/Artie Walker Jr.)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/upload/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/broncos/sob90jspcwkxy7dfzi0w.jpg)
"Emmanwori gave me some Derwin James vibes when I studied him. I love his instincts and production." [Daniel Jeremiah, NFL.com, Jan. 25] (AP Photo/Artie Walker Jr.)
!["The Broncos' defense is close to being the elite, all-round unit they wanted to be in 2024, but they just need some more help along the defensive line. Stewart has upside through the roof, but is still a little rough around the edges." [Charles McDonald, Yahoo! Sports, Feb. 11] (AP Photo/Thomas Graning)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/upload/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/broncos/njh4upqwqcxyqjr1k594.jpg)
"The Broncos' defense is close to being the elite, all-round unit they wanted to be in 2024, but they just need some more help along the defensive line. Stewart has upside through the roof, but is still a little rough around the edges." [Charles McDonald, Yahoo! Sports, Feb. 11] (AP Photo/Thomas Graning)
!["You want to see the most terrifying front seven in the NFL? Well, it would belong to Denver after nabbing the best all-around linebacker in the draft class to pair with Dre Greenlaw." [Mike Renner, CBS Sports, March 17] (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/upload/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/broncos/dvzm1mwkypzj1lwgshfw.jpg)
"You want to see the most terrifying front seven in the NFL? Well, it would belong to Denver after nabbing the best all-around linebacker in the draft class to pair with Dre Greenlaw." [Mike Renner, CBS Sports, March 17] (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)
!["Starks was a playmaker in the SEC for three straight seasons. He brings good football IQ, tackling and movement ability to play free, strong and slot." [Josh, Liskiewitz, Pro Football Focus, March 24] (AP Photo/John Bazemore)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/upload/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/broncos/jfuqnw0qia335pcuvdmf.jpg)
"Starks was a playmaker in the SEC for three straight seasons. He brings good football IQ, tackling and movement ability to play free, strong and slot." [Josh, Liskiewitz, Pro Football Focus, March 24] (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
!["He faced only two ranked opponents in Penn State and Texas A&M — and he dominated both (19-282-2). Fannin is a big-time athlete who is going to be a hot name rising up the board for the next two months." [Jason McIntyre, FOX Sports, Feb. 28] (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/upload/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/broncos/fmtzwnc29bpjajknmwlb.jpg)
"He faced only two ranked opponents in Penn State and Texas A&M — and he dominated both (19-282-2). Fannin is a big-time athlete who is going to be a hot name rising up the board for the next two months." [Jason McIntyre, FOX Sports, Feb. 28] (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)