Every year, the NFL draft is filled with will-be's and has-beens. Sometimes, it is really difficult to discern which is which. Unfortunately, there are more misses than successes who make 53-man rosters each year.

Defensive line: The Broncos have long-term decisions to make with Zach Allen and John Franklin-Myers. Those two starting ends, plus defensive tackle Malcolm Roach, are all entering the final seasons of their respective contracts in 2025. The Broncos need more young talent up front.

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- The 2025 NFL draft (8 p.m. ET on ESPN, ABC, ESPN App) begins Thursday and will be held in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Denver Broncos are scheduled to make seven of the draft's 257 picks, beginning with the No. 20 selection of the first round.