Denver Broncos mock draft 2.0: Taking a QB early?

Dec 31, 2015; Arlington, TX, USA; Michigan State Spartans quarterback Connor Cook (18) warms up prior to the game against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the 2015 CFP semifinal at the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 31, 2015; Arlington, TX, USA; Michigan State Spartans quarterback Connor Cook (18) warms up prior to the game against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the 2015 CFP semifinal at the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 28, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; Northwestern Wildcats fullback Dan Vitale (40) catches a touchdown pass during the first half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 28, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; Northwestern Wildcats fullback Dan Vitale (40) catches a touchdown pass during the first half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-USA TODAY Sports /

8. (219th overall) Dan Vitale, FB/TE, Northwestern

I don’t know how serious the Broncos are about bringing a fullback into the offense again, but if they’re going to do it, they need someone who can do more than just block. You need to find someone who can catch passes, block, and make himself a necessity in the offense.

Vitale is the kind of player who can do just that.

The Northwestern ‘superback’ was one of the most versatile players in all of college football this past season and has been since he got there, playing with a unique combination of athleticism, grit, and obviously playing a position that really is one-of-a-kind. He could be a really fun addition to the Broncos’ offense.

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