All of the Denver Broncos‘ main starting five offensive linemen from 2024-2025 are returning in 2026, but it’s never too early to begin planning ahead in the trenches.

Broncos left guard Ben Powers is entering the final year of his contract, and left tackle Garett Bolles is set to turn 34 next month. Consequently, it wouldn’t be shocking to see Denver add developmental tackles or guards during the draft. Today, we’re taking a quick look at five offensive linemen the Broncos could target with one of their first three picks.

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Denver does not hold a first- or third-round pick this year, but the team holds selections in the second (No. 62 overall) and fourth (Nos. 108 and 111) rounds. These linemen could be potential candidates at those spots.

Offensive linemen for Broncos in draft

1. Oregon G Emmanuel Pregnon (6-4, 314 pounds): One of the top guards in the draft, Pregnon might go off the board before pick No. 62. Broncos GM George Paton has not ruled out the possibility of trading up in the second round, and Pregnon could be one of the potential targets.

2. Georgia Tech G Keylan Rutledge (6-3, 316 pounds): Rutledge earned first-team All-ACC honors and third-team AP All-American recognition following 13 starts at right guard last fall.

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3. Miami OT Markel Bell (6-9, 346 pounds): Bell could be a potential candidate to develop behind Bolles as a long-term option at left tackle. NFL.com has him projected as a third or fourth-round prospect.

4. Memphis OT Travis Burke (6-8, 325 pounds): Another third- or fourth-round candidate, Burke spent time at both right and left tackle in college, making him a strong swing candidate in the NFL.

5. Texas A&M OT Trey Zuhn (6-6, 312 pounds): Zuhn started 11 games at left tackle last fall and two games at center. He earned first-team All-SEC honors in 2025 and is now projected as a fourth-round prospect.

The NFL draft will be held in Pittsburgh this week, with Round 1 set for Thursday evening, Rounds 2-3 scheduled for Friday and Rounds 4-7 set for Saturday. We’ll have coverage of Denver’s picks on Broncos Wire.

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This article originally appeared on Broncos Wire: NFL draft: 5 offensive line prospects for Denver Broncos