Folks, it’s officially draft week. On behalf of Mile High Report, I’d like to thank you all for tuning in and coming to us for your coverage. We are in the final countdown with our annual prospect reports with just a few more to go until the 2026 NFL Draft officially kicks off from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania this Thursday.
A few days ago, I talked about Iowa State defensive tackle Domonique Orange. For today’s installment, I will shift my thoughts to another prospect who I believe is a good fit for the Broncos along their defensive line. That’s Texas Tech standout Lee Hunter.
After beginning his career with the Auburn Tigers in 2021 (redshirted), Hunter transferred to UCF where he spent the next three seasons and was an extremely productive player. For his last collegiate season, he became a dominant fixture in the Red Raiders’ defensive front at Texas Tech. He finished his senior season with 41 tackles, 10.5 tackles for loss and 2.5 sacks.
If the Broncos want to add some beef and strength to their defensive front, Hunter is someone they should definitely consider on Day 2. Let’s do a deep dive regarding his strengths and weaknesses, and why and when the Broncos should consider selection him in this year’s draft.
Height: 6’3-1/2” | Weight: 318 pounds | Arm Length: 33-1/4” | Hand Size: 9-1/4” | Age: 23 Years Old
40-Yard Dash: 5.18 seconds | Vertical: 21.5” | Broad Jump: 8’4” | Bench Press: N/A
Statistics at UCF and Texas Tech: 52 games played, 37 starts. 172 tackles, 32 tackles for loss, 7.5 sacks, 1 forced fumble.
Boasts NFL size, length, and strength who should be able to make a Year 1 contribution in the pros
Three-year starter with over 1,750 career collegiate snaps
Above-average pocket push as a pass rusher: 7.5 sacks, 46 hurries, 29 quarterback hits, and 66 pressures in four seasons of play
One of this draft’s best run stuffers (12% run stop/stuff rate) with a penchant for making plays behind the line of scrimmage
Missed tackle rate below 9-percent which is one of the better marks for defensive lineman in this draft
Does a good job taking on and splitting double teams and also does well shooting gaps when tasked
Dominant Senior Bowl effort showed his ability to take on top prospects 1-on-1
Like Orange, overreliance on his bull rush appeared on tape; needs to add some variety to his arsenal of moves
Doesn’t have a great initial first step and get-off at the line of scrimmage
Needs to do a better job of keeping the pads and center of gravity low when taking on double teams
Opted not to do any agility testing in the pre-draft process; a little bit stiff on tape moving laterally, but his long arms and wingspan help him make plays on the outside
Hart’s Projection: Top 64 Selection — Second Round Pick
Lee Hunter is in Green Bay visiting with the #Packers today pic.twitter.com/gnpAOSK9Tu https://t.co/83YvQlsRnC