How can the Denver Broncos realistically compete with the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC West? Well, in the short term, the answer to that question isn't overly clear. But for the long term? The Denver Broncos can utilize the 2024 NFL Draft to find foundational pieces for this roster under head coach Sean Payton, which is being rebuilt as we speak. Payton said goodbye to Russell Wilson this offseason. Or maybe it was more like good riddance. He made the tough decision to let go of Justin Simmons. The Broncos also traded former first-round receiver Jerry Jeudy. To say that this team is in need of some new cornerstone pieces would be an understatement. The cupboard isn't completely bare, but the Broncos have work to do. If you want to compete with the Chiefs in the AFC West, you've got to find viable long-term pieces on all three days of this year's draft. That's a lot to ask, but there might just be a way the Broncos can do it. Let's look at a 2024 NFL mock draft scenario for all of Denver's picks, including a trade-down scenario in which the Broncos pick up a 2nd-rounder.
Oregon
Florida
Michigan
Texas
Rice
South Dakota State
Baylor
Utah
Wyoming