Improving the Running Game a Big Priority for the Broncos
For the second straight season, the Denver Broncos are going into the offseason with a priority to boost their running game, according to Jeff Legwold of ESPN. The Broncos were third in the league win run-block win rate (73.9%), but it didn't result in much production on the ground in 2025. Denver was 15th in plays of 20-plus yards (run and pass combined), 15th in runs of 10-plus yards, and 11th in runs of 20-plus yards. They were 21st in the NFL in rushing yards over expected. Losing lead back J.K. Dobbins to a season-ending foot injury midway through the year likely played a part, and rookie RB RJ Harvey rushed for 540 yards and averaged 3.7 yards per tote. The Broncos were first in run-block win rate in 2024 and also struggled to run the football. Specifically, running the ball under center will be a "point of emphasis," per head coach Sean Payton. Dobbins is a free agent this offseason, so if he doesn't come back, Harvey could be the Broncos' RB1 in 2026. Quarterback Bo Nix could also be given more designed runs next season as Denver looks to become more effective running the football.
Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Legwold
Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Legwold
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