Broncos Urged to Add Veteran Tight End Weapon for QB Bo Nix

Free agent David Njoku could provide a proven pass-catching option for Denver's offense.

Mar. 25, 2026 at 3:03am

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The Denver Broncos had a strong 14-3 season in 2025 and reached the AFC Championship Game, but their young quarterback Bo Nix could still use more offensive weapons. NFL analysts are suggesting the Broncos sign veteran free agent tight end David Njoku, who has over 4,000 career receiving yards and 34 touchdowns, to complement their existing receiving corps of Jaylen Waddle, Courtland Sutton, and others.

Why it matters

The Broncos are considered a top Super Bowl contender in 2026, but adding a proven pass-catching tight end like Njoku could take their offense to another level and give Nix an even more dynamic set of options in the passing game.

The details

Njoku, 29, has spent his entire 9-year career with the Cleveland Browns, amassing 384 receptions for 4,062 yards and 34 touchdowns. In 2025, he caught 33 passes for 293 yards and 4 scores, despite dealing with poor quarterback play. The Broncos' current starting tight end, Evan Engram, had a relatively quiet first season in Denver in 2025 with 50 catches for 461 yards, so adding Njoku could provide more competition and depth at the position.

  • The Broncos finished the 2025 season with a 14-3 record and reached the AFC Championship Game.
  • Veteran tight end David Njoku is currently a free agent after spending his first 9 seasons with the Cleveland Browns.

The players

Bo Nix

The Broncos' young starting quarterback who had an impressive 2025 season.

David Njoku

A 29-year-old veteran tight end who is currently a free agent after spending his first 9 NFL seasons with the Cleveland Browns.

Evan Engram

The Broncos' current starting tight end who had a relatively quiet first season in Denver in 2025.

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What they’re saying

“Evan Engram had a quiet first year in Denver, and even after trading for Jaylen Waddle, the Broncos could look to upgrade their pass catchers around Bo Nix. This roster doesn't have many true holes -- and tight end really isn't one, either -- but (Njoku) could add some versatility.”

— Zachary Perales, CBS Sports Analyst

What’s next

The Broncos will likely evaluate their options at tight end in the coming weeks and months to determine if adding a veteran like Njoku would be a good fit for their offense and Super Bowl aspirations in 2026.

The takeaway

The Broncos are in win-now mode and have a talented young quarterback in Bo Nix, so adding an experienced and productive tight end like David Njoku could give their passing attack an even bigger boost as they look to take the final step and win a championship.