The NFL draft is a season of hope and strategy, and the Denver Broncos are finalizing their game plan. General Manager George Paton and Head Coach Sean Payton took the virtual podium for a key pre-draft press conference, setting the stage for a crucial weekend that will shape the team's future.

While the Broncos enter the 2026 draft without a first-round selection, the front office is radiating confidence. Holding seven picks overall, with their first coming at 62nd overall in the second round, the challenge is clear: find impact players beyond the draft's initial frenzy. This is a scenario Paton and Payton are familiar with, and they're approaching it with a proven track record and strategic flexibility.

"Our expectations are the same. They’re high," stated GM George Paton, referencing past drafts with limited early capital. "We think there are good players where we’re picking at 62... We have experience with this. We’ve gotten good players with lesser picks, so we feel good." This mindset underscores a belief in their scouting process and a readiness to adapt, whether that means trading up for a targeted prospect or accumulating more selections.

For Broncos Country, this press conference signals a front office that is calculated and prepared. The focus isn't on what picks they lack, but on maximizing the opportunities they have. As the draft unfolds, expect Denver to be active, leveraging their seven picks to build a roster capable of competing in the tough AFC West. The foundation for those future Sunday victories starts this weekend.