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Broncos Told to Avoid LB in 2026 Draft — And Why They Shouldn't

Denver Broncos On SI·Zack Kelberman·about 1 month ago
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The Denver Broncos, by their own admission, have about a half-dozen prospects on their board whom they would feel comfortable drafting with their top pick (No. 62 overall) in this week's 2026 NFL Draft. According to Bleacher Report's Alex Ballentine , however, there's one player in particular the Broncos "must avoid" selecting on Friday evening: Texas Tech standout inside linebacker Jacob Rodriguez. "Drafting a linebacker is certainly a possibility. It's one of the few positions on their defense that could use a long-term solution. However, Jacob Rodriguez isn't the kind of player they need in the middle of their defense," Ballentine wrote Sunday. "Vance Joseph's defense calls for versatile inside linebackers who can both cover and be effective blitzers. Rodriguez has good coverage skills, but there are legitimate concerns about his size and arm length." Ballentine added: "The Texas Tech 'backer has 11th percentile arm length and it shows up in his ability to take on blocks.…

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