The Denver Broncos have shown significant interest in the 2024 running back draft class, beginning their evaluations at the NFL Scouting Combine and continuing with multiple pre-draft visits. On the final day allowed for such visits, they hosted one more player: Ohio State running back TreVeyon Henderson.
According to 9NEWS reporter Mike Klis, Henderson was in Denver on Wednesday. He noted that Henderson is viewed by many draft analysts as an ideal fit for head coach Sean Payton’s offensive system, thanks to his dual-threat ability as both a runner and receiver. During his time at Ohio State, Henderson posted two seasons with over 1,000 rushing yards and 27 receptions, showcasing his versatility and production. In 2024, he carried the ball 144 times for 1,016 yards and added 284 receiving yards on 27 catches, totaling 16 touchdowns.
However, Henderson’s draft stock comes with some concerns, primarily on the medical front. He suffered a foot fracture in 2022 and missed time in 2023 due to another injury. These health issues reportedly raised red flags for some teams during the Combine. Despite the injuries, Henderson has been praised for his complete skill set, including strong rushing instincts, solid pass-catching ability, and blocking. His low center of gravity and frame make him difficult to bring down, and he’s considered one of the more well-rounded backs in the class.
Interestingly, while Denver has brought in several running backs for visits, Sean Payton’s history suggests that these meetings don’t always indicate draft intent. Over the past two years under Payton, the Broncos have only selected one player they hosted—a cornerback they traded up for in 2023. Still, visits are often used to address lingering questions, especially related to character or medical evaluations, which may explain the late look at Henderson.
Another factor in Henderson’s situation is his shared backfield with Quinshon Judkins in 2023, a fellow running back Denver also hosted. Despite splitting carries, Henderson remained productive and demonstrated efficient ball security and scheme versatility. Concerns about his inside running and overall workload could be mitigated by how Payton historically uses backs in rotation.
The main decision for Denver is whether to draft Henderson with their 20th pick, trade down and hope he’s still available, or wait and risk trying to land him at pick 51. If the Broncos choose him, they’d gain a dynamic offensive weapon who fits well in Payton’s system—assuming he stays healthy.
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