Denver Broncos' 2023 Draft Recap: Trades and Acquisitions Highlight Draft Day

Broncos Trade Up for Marvin Mims Jr., Trade Back for Riley Moss

The Denver Broncos made a series of moves during the 2023 NFL Draft, trading up to select wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. with the 63rd overall pick from Kansas City and trading back into the third round to draft cornerback Riley Moss with the 67th overall pick from Indianapolis.

Acquires Adam Trautman

In addition to their draft picks, the Broncos also acquired tight end Adam Trautman from the New Orleans Saints in exchange for the 257th overall pick.

Denver Broncos Draft Picks by Round in 2023

• Round 2, Pick 63: Marvin Mims Jr., WR, Oklahoma
• Round 3, Pick 67: Drew Sanders, LB, Arkansas
• Round 4, Pick 105: Adetomiwa Adebawore, DL, Northwestern
• Round 5, Pick 152: John Ridgeway, DT, Arkansas
• Round 5, Pick 161: Darius Rush, S, South Carolina

The Broncos entered the draft with five picks but ultimately made just five after their trades. However, the moves they did make were significant, adding a talented wide receiver in Mims Jr., a promising cornerback in Moss, and a reliable tight end in Trautman.

The 2023 NFL Draft is officially in the books, and the Denver Broncos have a new crop of players to add to their roster. With a flurry of selections from Thursday to Saturday, 259 players were selected to join the NFL. After a busy three days, we give you our full recap of the Denver Broncos' draft picks and key takeaways.

The Broncos didn't have a first-round pick in this year's draft, but they made up for it with a series of savvy moves. They traded up to select Mims Jr., a speedy and dynamic playmaker who could be a key target for quarterback Russell Wilson. They also traded back into the third round to select Moss, a physical and instinctive cornerback who could help bolster their defense.

In addition to their draft picks, the Broncos also acquired Trautman, a reliable and productive tight end who could be a valuable addition to their offense. Overall, the Broncos had a solid draft, adding a mix of talented players who could make an immediate impact on the team.