The Denver Broncos added Dallen Bentley to a crowded tight end room. This offseason, they re-signed Adam Trautman and Nate Adkins. In April, Denver drafted Justin Joly and Bentley in the fifth and seventh rounds, respectively. Evan Engram leads the group.
Despite a breakout 2025 collegiate year, hauling in 48 passes for 620 yards and six touchdowns, Bentley still has room for growth as a pass-catcher.
Bleacher Report scout Daniel Harms noted Bentley needed to improve in the nuances of playing the position in a receiving role.
“Bentley struggles to defeat man coverage and lacks the short-area quickness, consistent physicality, and route nuance to shake defenders. Has the size and frame to dig out defenders as a blocker, but needs to refine his hand placement, pad level, and power to do so.”
Bentley should consider returning to the collegiate level to further refine his skill set and build on his productive 2025 campaign at Utah.