The Denver Broncos have officially completed their 2026 NFL Draft class by finalizing contracts with their last two selections. According to multiple reports on Wednesday, seventh-round tight end Dallen Bentley has agreed to a four-year rookie deal. Bentley was selected with the 256th overall pick, making him the final player taken in the draft.
Linebacker Red Murdock, the Broncos’ penultimate pick, agreed to terms on Tuesday. Murdock was selected with the 255th overall pick, just before Bentley.
Bentley’s college career at Utah showed steady improvement, culminating in a breakout 2025 season. He recorded 48 catches for 620 yards and six touchdowns that year, following three receptions in his first two seasons combined. His production earned him a spot on the Broncos’ roster as they build depth at tight end.
Bentley joins a competitive group of tight ends in Denver, including Evan Engram, Adam Trautman, Nate Adkins, Lucas Krull, Caleb Lohner, and fifth-rounder Justin Joly. Joly is among four other Broncos draft picks still awaiting contract agreements with the team.
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