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Final Denver Broncos mock draft: Elway gets his franchise left tackle

By Sayre Bedinger

Sep 23, 2016; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Utes offensive lineman Isaac Asiata (54) celebrates with teammate Utah Utes offensive lineman Garett Bolles (72) after a third quarter fumble recovery for a touchdown against the USC Trojans at Rice-Eccles Stadium. The Utah Utes defeated the USC Trojans 31-27. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Swinger-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 23, 2016; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Utes offensive lineman Isaac Asiata (54) celebrates with teammate Utah Utes offensive lineman Garett Bolles (72) after a third quarter fumble recovery for a touchdown against the USC Trojans at Rice-Eccles Stadium. The Utah Utes defeated the USC Trojans 31-27. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Swinger-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 19, 2015; Norfolk, VA, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack quarterback Jacoby Brissett (12) is sacked by Old Dominion Monarchs defensive tackle Rashaad Coward (57) during the fourth quarter at Foreman Field. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 19, 2015; Norfolk, VA, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack quarterback Jacoby Brissett (12) is sacked by Old Dominion Monarchs defensive tackle Rashaad Coward (57) during the fourth quarter at Foreman Field. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports /

The 6-6, 310 pound Coward is a late addition to many draft boards, but a sleeper to become a very good player at the next level. He’s got great size to play defensive end in a three-man front, and athletic ability to both push the pocket and take on double teams.

He would be an exciting late-round sleeper to monitor.

Mar 3, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Drake tight end Eric Saubert speaks to the media during the 2017 combine at Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 3, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Drake tight end Eric Saubert speaks to the media during the 2017 combine at Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports /

Saubert could really go anywhere on day three of the draft, as you can’t teach his size (6-5, 255) and speed combination. There are some inconsistencies in his production, and at a lower level of competition, that’s a serious concern for some.

I love the idea of the Broncos doubling up on tight end and defensive back in this year’s draft, and this kid has some serious upside.

Mar 6, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Miami Hurricanes defensive back Jamal Carter participates in workout drills during the 2017 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 6, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Miami Hurricanes defensive back Jamal Carter participates in workout drills during the 2017 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /

Needing some more special teams bodies, the Broncos turn to Carter who has excellent size and speed and the athleticism to excel early in the game’s third phase. He has moldable skills for a coaching staff that would know how to extract the best out of him, and could spend some time learning on the practice squad if need be.

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