How the Denver Broncos identify athletes for every position

DENVER, CO - DECEMBER 10: Outside linebacker Von Miller #58 of the Denver Broncos celebrates along with Shelby Harris #96 after a sack against the New York Jets in the third quarter of a game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on December 10, 2017 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images) /

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN – DECEMBER 14: Jeff Heuerman #82 of the Denver Broncos makes a catch and runs for a touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half at Lucas Oil Stadium on December 14, 2017 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) /

TE (6) — Jeff Heuerman, Jake Butt, Troy Fumagalli, Austin Traylor, Matt LaCosse, Brian Parker
Ht: 6-5
Wt: 255
40: 4.78
Vert: 34.25
Bench: 20 (no data for J.Butt)

Unlike the wide receiver position, there is not much variation for the Broncos at the tight end position.

From the player’s build to athletic makeup, and even to the conference they played collegiately (Big Ten) the majority of this position group for the Broncos is very much alike.

The only real outlier at this position is Austin Traylor, who is a little bit shorter and slower and less athletic than his peers.

The Broncos have really identified a ‘type’ at the tight end position and they’ve really not deviated from it.

For the most part, these guys are the ideal size for NFL tight ends, average speed, above average explosiveness, and above average upper-body strength.

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