Jamari Johnson emerges as potential first round pick for Denver Broncos
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 9:30 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Oregon tight end Jamari Johnson has garnered attention as a potential first-round selection for the Denver Broncos in the 2027 NFL draft. Analysts point to his physical profile of 6-5 and 257 pounds, along with his ability to make catches in traffic as key assets. Johnson recorded 32 catches for 510 yards and three touchdowns during the 2025 season. As he enters his redshirt junior year at Oregon, he is expected to move into a starting role previously held by Kenyon Sadiq. The interest from Denver coincides with the pending free agency of current Broncos tight end Evan Engram. If Johnson maintains his trajectory throughout the upcoming college season, he remains a candidate to join the Denver roster in the future.
- •Jamari Johnson tallied 32 catches for 510 yards last season.
- •The 6-5 tight end is moving into a starting role for Oregon.
- •Justin Melo projected Johnson as a first-round pick for Denver.
- •Evan Engram is currently a pending free agent for the Broncos.
- 9:30 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos select Oregon tight end in 2027 NFL mock draft
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