One of the Denver Broncos' most significant draft needs became easier to fill on Saturday.
The Cincinnati Bengals re-signed tight end Mike Gesicki for a three-year, $25.5 million contract, according to FOX Sports' Jordan Schultz. Cincinnati, which picks three spots ahead of the Broncos in the first round, no longer needs a tight end - a big need for the Broncos.
Denver has the No. 20 pick and needs upgrades at tight end after a lackluster season by the team's tight ends in the pass-catching department. No Broncos tight end had more than 23 catches, 188 yards, or three touchdowns.
While Penn State's Tyler Warren may not fall to No. 20, the Bengals' No. 17 pick won't go to tight end. That makes one less team to possibly claim Warren before the Broncos get a shot.
Either way, the odds are higher that the Broncos could land Michigan's Colston Loveland. Pro Football Focus highlighted his receiving ability as a key strength.
"Loveland lacks the density to play as an inline tight end consistently in the NFL, but he brings plenty of value as a tall, long pass catcher with natural hands and crisp routes to line up as a big slot or 'X' receiver," PFF's Trevor Sikkema wrote. "He also has some versatility to play attached to the line of scrimmage in certain situations."
At Michigan, Loveland had 117 receptions for 1,466 yards and 11 touchdowns in his collegiate career.
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This story was originally published March 9, 2025 at 7:00 AM.