Denver Broncos day two NFL Draft recap: John Elway killing it

COLUMBIA, MO - SEPTEMBER 08: Quarterback Drew Lock #3 of the Missouri Tigers rputs on his helmet on the sidelines during the 1st half of the game against the Wyoming Cowboys at Faurot Field/Memorial Stadium on September 8, 2018 in Columbia, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images) /

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN – MARCH 03: Defensive lineman Dre’mont Jones of Ohio State works out during day four of the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 3, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) /

Dre’Mont Jones, DL, Ohio State

After having the luxury of going offense with their top three selections, the Broncos used their third-round pick (71st overall) on their first defensive selection in this draft class.

Dre’Mont Jones was a rotational player in his first couple of seasons at Ohio State, but he burst onto the scene this year and remained productive despite the team’s loss of Nick Bosa on the edge and the added attention for him on the defensive interior.

Though he ran a disappointing 5.12 at the Scouting Combine, Jones explodes off the ball when you watch him on tape.

He’s a gap penetrator, and the Broncos certainly would love to have some more interior pass rush alongside Shelby Harris there.

Jones gives the Broncos options in their nickel defense and with Vic Fangio prioritizing guys who can play multiple positions up front, we’ll see how often Jones is used as a mismatch with centers and guards at the 0, 1, and 3 technique positions.

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