Even before it really started going, Colorado’s Russell Wilson era is finished. The Denver Broncos are now searching for their next quarterback as they enter the summer.While they seek for their quarterback of the future, Denver might examine the free agency market to see if any quarterbacks will be available to serve as a bridge quarterback. Another option is to trade for one, since several players should become available throughout the summer.
Drafting a quarterback is one thing that the Broncos might not be able to do. By the time they select at number twelve in the 2024 NFL Draft, all of the best quarterback prospects will have passed on. In any case, it is anticipated that players like Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, and Caleb Williams would be chosen among the Top 5.
There is a way for the Broncos to acquire the top prospect they desire in exchange for the Chicago Bears’ first pick if they are serious about finding a franchise quarterback soon.
To make it happen, according to ESPN’s plan, Denver will have to give up 23-year-old Pro Bowler Patrick Surtain II, their No. 12 pick in the next draft, as well as second- and third-round picks in 2025.ESPN wrote the following regarding the proposed trade:The Broncos nearly have to add players to go from No. 12 to No. 1 in the draft since they are already short on draft money from previous years and have several picks this year. Star cornerback Pat Surtain II, who may seem like a luxury in a defense that plays as much zone as the Bears, is the only player who could really make an impact.Chicago might decide against spending as much money on two corners .Moreover, Chicago might not want to pay two cornerbacks as much as Surtain and Jaylon Johnson will collectively earn on their next deals, but it won’t hurt to get a top-three cornerback if Eberflus wants to have the greatest defense in the NFL.The only practical route for the Broncos to move forward is with the Bears, though it remains to be seen if they will accept or even like the offer.It will be painful to lose a young cornerback like Surtain, but having a franchise quarterback to build around is more important for the Broncos, a team facing an uncertain future nerbacks
