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2016 NFL Draft Midseason Grades For Every 1st Round Pick

By Erik Lambert

Oct 30, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws a pass in the second quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 30, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws a pass in the second quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 24, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Paxton Lynch (12) before the game against the Houston Texans at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 24, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Paxton Lynch (12) before the game against the Houston Texans at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports /

Denver Broncos

Top Pick:  Paxton Lynch, QB, Memphis

The Broncos traded up for Paxton Lynch in the 1st round. So John Elways must have a lot of confidence in the 6’7″ kid. He hasn’t started much this year though, sharing time with Trevor Siemian. Thus far the results have been modest but not terrible. Lynch definitely has a major skill set but hasn’t yet learned to operate with the efficiency, accuracy and urgency needed of NFL QBs. He’ll need more experience before true results can be expected.

Grade:  C

Hidden Gem:  Andy Janovich, FB, Nebraska

The media keep trying to kill it but the fact is the fullback position is alive and well in the NFL. It’s just used differently. Andy Janovich was quite a find for the Broncos in the 6th round. Not only has he become a dependable run blocker in that Kubiak scheme, he’s also an underrated runner and receiver out of the backfield. As he gains experience don’t be surprised if the coaches open up the playbook to get him the ball more often.

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