2014 NFL Draft: Denver Broncos Select Michael Schofield, OT, Michigan

November 17, 2012; Ann Arbor, MI, USA;Michigan Wolverines tight end A.J. Williams (84) – quarterback Devin Gardner (12) and offensive linesman Michael Schofield (75) during the game against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

With the 95th pick in the 2014 NFL Draft, the Denver Broncos have selected Michigan offensive tackle Michael Schofield.

The Broncos went into Friday night with a couple of remaining needs, including the tackle/guard position. Schofield was a bookend tackle at Michigan with Titans first round pick Taylor Lewan, and some before the season said that this was a guy who could emerge as one of the better offensive linemen in the Big Ten.

At 6’7″ 301 pounds with ideal arm length, this is a player who will provide depth and potentially a starting option at the right tackle position in the near future. The Broncos might also have drafted him to groom him as a guard with Orlando Franklin’s contract expiring in 2015.

John Elway seems to be on board with this pick: