Denver Broncos: Potential diamonds in the rough on the roster

DENVER, CO - DECEMBER 31: Quarterback Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs is hit by linebacker Deiontrez Mount #53 of the Denver Broncos as he attempts a pass int he first quarter of a game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on December 31, 2017 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images) /

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Wide Receiver: Jordan Leslie

I tried to go a little outside of the box for this one, though I feel the Broncos have a number of guys that could be considered a diamond in the rough at the receiver position.

Namely, I am really excited to see what Carlos Henderson brings to the table in year two, and the Broncos have guys like River Cracraft, Tim Patrick, and Kenny Bell that intrigue me as well.

But I picked Leslie because of his combination of size, speed, athleticism, and the fact that he’s proven he can make some plays in the NFL as recently as 2017.

Leslie is built in a similar mold to that of Cody Latimer, and has the ability to go up and win jump balls with the best of them. I have a feeling he’s going to make some big plays this offseason and turn the heads of the coaching staff. Depending on how the Broncos’ roster shakes out in free agency, Leslie could be an option as a number five or six receiver in this offense.

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