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ATLANTA, GEORGIA – SEPTEMBER 22: Tyler Allgeier #25 of the Atlanta Falcons runs the ball during the fourth quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
The Denver Broncos continue to be connected to running backs ahead of free agency, and one name that keeps surfacing is Tyler Allgeier of the Atlanta Falcons.
After previously being linked to bigger names like Breece Hall and Kenneth Walker III, several analysts have now pointed to Allgeier as a realistic and cost-effective option for Denver.
Yahoo Sports noted that Allgeier “would be a good player to help revitalize Denver’s ground game in 2026.”
They highlighted both his durability and production despite serving as a backup behind Bijan Robinson in Atlanta.
The Broncos’ rushing attack faded late in the year, particularly after injuries reshuffled the depth chart.
Denver struggled to control games on early downs and lacked a consistent physical presence once JK Dobbins went down.
That reality has fueled speculation that the front office will prioritize adding a dependable, power oriented back this offseason.
Allgeier Brings Broncos Proven Production
Allgeier’s résumé is stronger than many realize.
Through four seasons, he has appeared in 67 games and rushed for 2,876 yards and 18 touchdowns while averaging 4.3 yards per carry.
As a rookie in 2022, he topped 1,000 rushing yards on 210 carries and finished fifth in Offensive Rookie of the Year voting.
Even in a reduced role over the past three seasons behind Bijan, Allgeier has remained efficient.
Across his career he has added 516 receiving yards on 61 catches, showing he can contribute when called upon out of the backfield as well.
What stands out most is his reliability.
He has zero fumbles on 737 career touches.
For a Broncos team that values ball security and situational football, that is a major selling point.
A Clean Fit in Denver’s Backfield
At 5-foot-10 and 225 pounds, Allgeier brings the kind of between the tackles power Denver lacked once Dobbins was sidelined.
The Broncos did not consistently generate push on interior runs late in the season, and they often struggled in short yardage.
That was apparent on the fourth-and-one call in the AFC Championship that changed the momentum of the game.
Allgeier has historically thrived in that are averaging 4.9 yards per carry on off-tackle runs
He has proven he can handle volume when needed while also functioning effectively in a rotation.
Pairing him with RJ Harvey would make sense schematically.
Harvey’s strength is his receiving ability and open field explosiveness.
Allgeier could handle early downs, short yardage and red zone work, allowing Harvey to operate in space.
Together, they would offer the perfect balance in a backfield that needs more consistency.
He may not be the biggest name on the market, but his skill set lines up well with what the Broncos are missing.
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