But draft season will officially arrive with the NFL Combine in Indianapolis the week of Feb. 23, where Broncos staffers will get an official evaluation on a 2026 rookie class that has the potential — with the right moves — to help pry open Denver’s Super Bowl window. Cooper Jr. was a stud in 2025 for the national champion Hoosiers, but mainly played slot receiver; the Broncos probably wouldn’t fire on a WR in the first round if they didn’t deem him versatile. The 6-foot-4, 305-pound Schrauth allowed just two pressures in 436 snaps last season at left guard for the Fighting Irish, according to Pro Football Focus, and could be undervalued in the draft after a midseason MCL sprain ended his year.
Author: Luca Evans
Published at: 2026-02-18 22:11:30
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