The Great Denver Draft Debacle: How Many Picks Do the Broncos REALLY Have?
Ah, the Denver Broncos. A team steeped in history, with a passionate fanbase (and a mile high wardrobe, to boot). But lately, their draft situation has been about as clear as the Rocky Mountain air...after a major dust storm. Let's face it, folks, figuring out how many draft picks they actually have feels like trying to decipher a toddler's crayon masterpiece.
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The Trade That Gave, Then Took Away
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Remember that whole Russell Wilson trade? You know, the one that sent shockwaves through the NFL and had fans chanting "Orange Crush" in their sleep? Well, that blockbuster trade came with a hefty price tag. Like, giving-up-your-first-born-level hefty. The Broncos sacrificed their first-round picks in 2022 and 2023 to bring in the veteran QB. So, for those two years, draft night was basically a watch party for exciting young talent on other teams. Ouch.
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But Wait, There's More! (Thankfully)
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Thankfully, the 2024 draft offered a glimmer of hope (and draft picks!). With a new head coach in Sean Payton (acquired for, you guessed it, more draft capital!), the Broncos managed to scrounge together eight glorious picks. That's right, folks, eight! It's not a first-rounder, but hey, eight chances to snag some future stars is better than, well, staring at a blank draft board.
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Did They Use Them Wisely?
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Well, that's a question for another day (and another round of analysis). But for now, let's just celebrate the fact that the Broncos actually had some ammunition come draft day. Who knows, maybe they unearthed a hidden gem or two amongst those eight picks.
Draft Day FAQ (Because you might still be a little confused...)
- How to count draft picks? Easy! Just grab a pen and paper, take a deep breath, and start at number one. It's not rocket science (although some of these trades might make you think otherwise).
- How to avoid a draft day meltdown? Stock up on your favorite snacks, gather your most knowledgeable Broncos buddies, and remember: even without a first-rounder, the draft can still be exciting!
- How to impress your friends with your Broncos knowledge? Casually drop this fact: The Broncos haven't reached the playoffs since winning Super Bowl 50 with Peyton Manning at QB. (Bonus points if you can recite all of his commercials from memory).
- How to deal with the inevitable "What if?" questions? There will always be what-ifs. Just smile, nod knowingly, and say, "Hey, at least we have eight picks this year!"
- How to celebrate a successful draft? Here's the most important question: Orange Crush or something a little stronger?
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