{"id":865801,"date":"2026-04-13T23:03:20","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T23:03:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/865801\/"},"modified":"2026-04-13T23:03:20","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T23:03:20","slug":"broncos-eyeing-interior-o-line-prospects-to-replace-ben-powers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/865801\/","title":{"rendered":"Broncos Eyeing Interior O-Line Prospects to Replace Ben Powers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"submission-link-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Denver%2C+CO&amp;city=Denver&amp;type=Update+Existing+Story&amp;headline=Broncos+Eyeing+Interior+O-Line+Prospects+to+Replace+Ben+Powers&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fco%2Fdenver%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F13%2Fbroncos-eyeing-interior-o-line-prospects-to-replace-ben-powers%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got story updates? Submit your updates here. \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/69dd74aa80ba4.jpg\" alt=\"A cubist-style painting depicting an abstract, fragmented scene of an offensive line battle, with sharp geometric shapes and planes representing the physical clash between players.\" width=\"1344\" height=\"768\" class=\"news-image\"\/>The Broncos&#8217; offensive line depth will be a key focus as they look to replace a departing starter and solidify their front five.Denver Today<\/p>\n<p>The Denver Broncos are facing a crossroads on their offensive line, with left guard Ben Powers entering a contract year and right tackle Mike McGlinchey&#8217;s future uncertain. The team will likely look to the 2026 NFL Draft to find a potential replacement for Powers, and there are several interior offensive line prospects who could fit their scheme.<\/p>\n<p>        Why it matters<\/p>\n<p>The Broncos have built a solid offensive line, but depth remains a concern. Losing Powers would create a hole on the left side, and the team will need to find a long-term solution to protect their quarterback and open up running lanes.<\/p>\n<p>                The details<\/p>\n<p>The Broncos are highlighted five interior offensive line prospects who could be targets in the 2026 draft: Zuhn, Schrauth, Wright, Cooper, and Adams. Each player has their own strengths and weaknesses, and the team will need to evaluate which one best fits their zone-blocking scheme and can potentially step in as a starter in 2027.<\/p>\n<p>        Powers is set to enter a contract year in 2026.The 2026 NFL Draft will take place in the spring.<\/p>\n<p>          The players<\/p>\n<p>          Ben Powers<\/p>\n<p>The Broncos&#8217; starting left guard who is set to hit free agency after the 2026 season.<\/p>\n<p>Mike McGlinchey<\/p>\n<p>The Broncos&#8217; starting right tackle whose future with the team is uncertain.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Denver%2C+CO&amp;city=Denver&amp;type=Upload+Story+Photos&amp;headline=Broncos+Eyeing+Interior+O-Line+Prospects+to+Replace+Ben+Powers&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fco%2Fdenver%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F13%2Fbroncos-eyeing-interior-o-line-prospects-to-replace-ben-powers%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got photos? Submit your photos here. \u203a<\/a><br \/>\n                What\u2019s next<\/p>\n<p>The Broncos will continue to evaluate the interior offensive line prospects leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft, with an eye on finding a long-term replacement for Ben Powers.<\/p>\n<p>          The takeaway<\/p>\n<p>The Broncos&#8217; offensive line depth is a key area of focus heading into the 2026 offseason, and they will need to find a capable replacement for Ben Powers at left guard through the draft or free agency.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Got story updates? 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