The NFL Draft is just one week away, and while many teams are scrambling to fill glaring holes, the Denver Broncos face a more nuanced challenge. According to Bleacher Report's Alex Ballentine, their most surprising need might be on the offensive line—a unit that was a strength just last season.

Head Coach Sean Payton has famously called the O-line "one of the most important positions on your team," and the Broncos boasted two first-team All-Pros in 2025. However, the core is aging. Veteran tackles Garett Bolles (33) and Mike McGlinchey (31) are entering the latter stages of their careers, making the development of a successor a savvy long-term play.

With their first pick not until No. 62 overall, Denver could look to draft a tackle to learn behind the proven veterans. Ballentine points to prospects like Arizona State's Max Iheanachor, Boston College's Jude Bowry—who has reportedly met with the team—and Florida's Austin Barber as potential targets.

While skill positions like receiver or tight end might seem like flashier picks, securing the trenches is how you build a lasting contender. Investing in a young tackle now would ensure the Broncos' offensive foundation remains rock-solid for years to come, protecting whatever quarterback is under center and paving the way for the run game.