Folks, it\u2019s officially draft week. On behalf of Mile High Report, I\u2019d like to thank you all for tuning in and coming to us for your coverage. We are in the final countdown with our annual prospect reports with just a few more to go until the 2026 NFL Draft officially kicks off from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania this Thursday.<\/p>\n
A few days ago, I talked about Iowa State defensive tackle Domonique Orange<\/a>. For today\u2019s installment, I will shift my thoughts to another prospect who I believe is a good fit for the Broncos<\/a> along their defensive line. That\u2019s Texas Tech standout Lee Hunter.<\/p>\n Advertisement<\/p>\n After beginning his career with the Auburn Tigers<\/a> in 2021 (redshirted), Hunter transferred to UCF where he spent the next three seasons and was an extremely productive player. For his last collegiate season, he became a dominant fixture in the Red Raiders\u2019 defensive front at Texas Tech. He finished his senior season with 41 tackles, 10.5 tackles for loss and 2.5 sacks.<\/p>\n If the Broncos want to add some beef and strength to their defensive front, Hunter is someone they should definitely consider on Day 2. Let\u2019s do a deep dive regarding his strengths and weaknesses, and why and when the Broncos should consider selection him in this year\u2019s draft.<\/p>\n Player Profile: Lee Hunter \u2014 Defensive Tackle \u2014 Texas Tech<\/p>\n Height: 6\u20193-1\/2\u201d | Weight: 318 pounds | Arm Length: 33-1\/4\u201d | Hand Size: 9-1\/4\u201d | Age: 23 Years Old<\/p>\n Advertisement<\/p>\n 40-Yard Dash: 5.18 seconds | Vertical: 21.5\u201d | Broad Jump: 8\u20194\u201d | Bench Press: N\/A<\/p>\n Statistics<\/a> at UCF and Texas Tech: 52 games played, 37 starts. 172 tackles, 32 tackles for loss, 7.5 sacks, 1 forced fumble.<\/p>\n Film Room & HighlightsHart\u2019s Scouting Report<\/p>\n Positives:<\/p>\n Boasts NFL size, length, and strength who should be able to make a Year 1 contribution in the pros<\/p>\n Three-year starter with over 1,750 career collegiate snaps<\/p>\n Above-average pocket push as a pass rusher: 7.5 sacks, 46 hurries, 29 quarterback hits, and 66 pressures in four seasons of play<\/p>\n One of this draft\u2019s best run stuffers (12% run stop\/stuff rate) with a penchant for making plays behind the line of scrimmage<\/p>\n Missed tackle rate below 9-percent which is one of the better marks for defensive lineman in this draft<\/p>\n Does a good job taking on and splitting double teams and also does well shooting gaps when tasked<\/p>\n Dominant Senior Bowl effort showed his ability to take on top prospects 1-on-1<\/p>\n Negatives:<\/p>\n Like Orange, overreliance on his bull rush appeared on tape; needs to add some variety to his arsenal of moves<\/p>\n Doesn\u2019t have a great initial first step and get-off at the line of scrimmage<\/p>\n Needs to do a better job of keeping the pads and center of gravity low when taking on double teams<\/p>\n Opted not to do any agility testing in the pre-draft process; a little bit stiff on tape moving laterally, but his long arms and wingspan help him make plays on the outside<\/p>\n Hart\u2019s Projection: Top 64 Selection \u2014 Second Round Pick<\/p>\n Why the Denver Broncos<\/a> should consider drafting Hunter<\/p>\n