Updated Broncos Mock: All-Rounds Included

Current mock draft based on where the Broncos are currently selecting in the 2007 NFL Draft. I won't go in-depth with analysis, but will provide a basic reason for the choices made below. Feel free to comment and give me some feed back. Enjoy!

First Round Selection: DeMarcus Tyler, DT - NCST

The lack of a pass-rush on the Broncos defensive line can either be credited with a lack of talent on the end positions, or not enough talent on the interior to free up their defensive ends. I think it's a combination of both. DeMarcus Tyler is a prospect who has came on strong as a senior and shows athleticism in getting to the quarterback and also being able to take on enough blockers to free his DE teammates. Tyler is also stout against the run, which is necessary if you're going to be in the gap control scheme the Broncos run with their lineman.

Second Round Selection: Tim Crowder, DE - Texas

Tim Crowder is a guy who can effectively stop the run and rush the passer. A perfect replacement for Courtney Brown at the left end position and a value pick at this point in the draft. Crowder also plays with a nasty demeanor, and where he does not have elite speed for the end position, he makes up for that by displaying a wide arsenal of pass rush moves that allow him to get by offensive lineman with ease.

Third Round Selection: Doug Free, OT - N. Illinois

With a season ending injury to Matt Lepsis and the shuffling across the offensive line on the Broncos this season, to me it's apparent the Broncos are in need of a future tackle to help protect Jay Cutler. Enter Doug Free, who has enjoy his successes at the mid-major collegiate level in being one of the most developed LT's in the nation. Free may ultimately go higher than this in April, but it's hard to argue against a lineman who has such great mobility and lateral movement that make him an ideal fit for Denver's zone blocking system.

Third Round Selection: Aundrae Allison, WR - Eastern Carolina

Rod Smith on the decline and nearing the end of his career, a lack of weapons outside Javon Walker; although Brandon Marshall shows promise the Broncos could stand to add another player to their receiving corps. Allison is a versatile athlete that can run the ball on end-arounds and even has thrown some passes during his collegiate career. One of the best things about Allison is his ability to get yards after the catch, which has proven vital for the Broncos this season. Allison may not be the biggest or strongest receiver, but he has great vision, hands and can block well enough in support of the run game. With a lack luster senior class of WR's, Allison has the ability to climb boards on the first day.

Fifth Round Selection: Matt Trannon, ATH - Michigan St.

With Trannon fully commited to football, you may see his stock rise before the draft in April. A two-sport athlete at Michigan St., Trannon enjoyed success in both basketball and football. At 6'6 - 235 pounds, Trannon may be too big to play receiver in the NFL and will most likely be used as an H-Back or even a possible switch to tight end. Broncos rookie Brandon Marshall was expected to do the same, but proved his worth as a true receiver and found his nitch there, but it certainly couldn't hurt for the Broncos to add a versatile player like Trannon who can use his basketball skills to shield defenders and grab jump balls in the endzone. I have a feeling he's the kind of target Cutler would love to throw to in those key situations.

Sixth Round Selection: Josh Gattis, S - Wake Forest

Ideally the Broncos would address safety before this, but last year is living proof that you don't need to draft a safety high for them to make an impact as rookies. Gattis has flown under the radar for most of his collegiate career, but Wake Forest's success this year may have gotten him more exposure. Gattis can line-up in the box, and has decent cover skills; not to mention a nice big frame (6'1 - 215) and sub 4.5 speed. With a Broncos secondary depleted by injuries and filled with old-age, Gattis is a step in the right direction.

Seventh Round Selection: Abraham Wright, DE/OLB - Colorado

One of the most productive sack artists in NCAA football this year, Wright has the ability to play DE or OLB for the Denver Broncos and would be a nice replacement for current Broncos hybrid Patrick Chukwurah who is out of contract at the end of this year. Wright provides depth at both linebacker and for the Broncos and it's hard to argue against a local prospect who has made an impact on the field not far from Dove Valley where the Broncos will be studying prospects long and hard.