Broncos Still Have Options to Fill Offensive Needs in Free Agency

Denver has yet to make a big splash in free agency, but several playmakers remain available.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 12:34am

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The Denver Broncos have taken a measured approach to free agency this offseason, focusing on retaining their own players rather than making splashy signings. However, the team still has several needs on the offensive side of the ball, particularly at wide receiver and tight end. Experts believe the Broncos could still target players like Jauan Jennings, Tyreek Hill, Deebo Samuel, Stefon Diggs, David Njoku, and Jonnu Smith to help bolster Bo Nix's supporting cast.

Why it matters

The Broncos were one of the top teams in the AFC last season, earning the No. 1 seed, but many felt they were still missing a true game-breaking offensive weapon. Addressing that need in free agency could help them take the next step and reach the Super Bowl.

The details

The Broncos have re-signed several key contributors from last year's team, including running back J.K. Dobbins, but have yet to add any new external free agents. Experts believe the team could still benefit from adding a playmaker at wide receiver or tight end to complement Nix. Some of the top remaining options include Jauan Jennings, Tyreek Hill, Deebo Samuel, Stefon Diggs, David Njoku, and Jonnu Smith.

  • The Broncos were the only NFL team that had not signed an external free agent as of March 16, 2026.

The players

Jauan Jennings

A wide receiver who spent the last five seasons with the San Francisco 49ers, catching 210 passes for 2,581 yards and 22 touchdowns.

Tyreek Hill

A veteran wide receiver who many feel has a case for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, though he is coming off a torn ACL and is 32 years old.

Deebo Samuel

A versatile wide receiver who has been connected to the Broncos as a potential free agent target, as he could thrive in Sean Payton's offense.

Stefon Diggs

An experienced wide receiver who was reportedly interested in signing with the Broncos last offseason before joining the New England Patriots.

David Njoku

A tight end who could provide the Broncos with an experienced and athletic downfield playmaker.

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What they’re saying

“The Broncos as of Friday afternoon were the only team in the NFL that had not signed an external free agent. They have brought back every offensive player who had a touch last season and re-signed both of their primary starters at linebacker last season (Alex Singleton, Justin Strnad). The Broncos, who were 14-3 and earned the No. 1 seed in the AFC in 2025, clearly like their roster and are leaning hard into a draft-and-develop strategy that has helped them dig out of a stretch of seven straight losing seasons that preceded the drafting of quarterback Bo Nix in 2024. Still, the Broncos could use another playmaker. They have their No. 1 running back after re-signing J.K. Dobbins, but another weapon at wide receiver or tight end could help round out an offense seeking more reinforcements in the draft.”

— Nick Kosmider, Reporter (The Athletic)

The takeaway

The Broncos have taken a conservative approach to free agency, but they still have opportunities to add impact players on offense to help take their team to the next level. Whether they pursue a veteran wide receiver or tight end, the team's ability to surround Bo Nix with more playmakers could be the difference in their quest to reach the Super Bowl.