Albert Okwuegbunam

Wide receiver Albert Okwuegbunam makes incredible bobbling catch for 26-yard gain during the Broncos' preseason game against the Bills.

Tight end Albert Okwuegbunam talks about improving his game, learning Head Coach Nathaniel Hackett's complex offense and his thoughts on the slowed-down pace every third day.

TE Albert Okwuegbunam talks about playing with Russell Wilson and how he fits in the new offensive system.

In his first interview since the Broncos traded for Russell Wilson, Albert Okwuegbunam talks about his opportunity to be the starting tight end and what the new expectations are in Denver.

Drew Lock provided a spark after Teddy Bridgewater was injured on a scary hit on Sunday, but his costly fumble in the red zone hurt the Broncos during a 15-10 loss to the Bengals.

Tight end Albert Okwuegbunam checks in with team reporter Sydney Jones following the Broncos' 15-10 loss to discuss the offense's performance, how the team responded to Teddy Bridgewater's injury and more.

QB Drew Lock finds TE Albert Okwuegbunam for a 24-yard gain against the Bengals.

TE Albert Okwuegbunam discusses the offense's performance vs. Cincinnati, his connection with QB Drew Lock and more.

TE Albert Okwuegbunam hurdles a defender to pick up first down for Denver against the Bengals.

TE Albert Okwuegbunam discusses the offense's success vs. the Lions, the blocking by tight ends and the offensive line setting up a big rushing game and more.

TE Albert Okwuegbunam powers into the end zone on a 4-yard touchdown reception from QB Teddy Bridgewater.

Tight end Albert Okwuegbunam checks in with team reporter Sydney Jones following the Broncos' loss to the Eagles to evaluate the offense's performance, discuss the mindset heading into the team's bye week and more.

TE Albert Okwuegbunam and RB Melvin Gordon III review the loss to Philadelphia, discuss the Broncos' offensive struggles in the red zone and more.

TE Albert Okwuegbunam creates a big gain for the Broncos on a reception against the Eagles.

Team reporter Sydney Jones takes you behind the scenes of the team's season-opening road trip to New York.

Tight end Albert Okwuegbunam relives his second NFL touchdown as he breaks down the 4-yard touchdown pass from Teddy Bridgewater against the Giants.

Tight end Albert Okwuegbunam checks in with team reporter Sydney Jones following the Broncos' 27-13 win over the Giants to discuss his thoughts on Teddy Bridgewater's performance, the importance of opening the season with a win and more.

QB Teddy Bridgewater buys time to find Albert Okwuegbunam for a touchdown on fourth down.

TE Albert Okwuegbunam discusses his growth heading into his second season, returning from injury and more.

The Broncos finished the preseason a perfect 3-0 after Saturday's 17-12 win over the Rams. Watch highlights, analysis and interviews, as former Broncos RB Knowshon Moreno joins the show this week.

Tight end Albert Okwuegbunam checks in with team reporter Sydney Jones to discuss how his knee feels, how it felt being back at Empower Field at Mile High and more.

Tight end Albert Okwuegbunam meets with the media to talk about his knee, how beneficial it was for him to watch his tape from last season and more.

Before the start of the 2021 NFL Draft, Albert Okwuegbunam reflects on his draft day when he was selected by the Broncos and discusses the draft prospects for his former Missouri teammate Nick Bolton.

Watch the highlights from the Broncos' 31-30 win over the Chargers.

Quarterback Drew Lock finds wide receiver DaeSean Hamilton for a 40-yard touchdown, his first of the season.

"I'm very excited," tight end Albert Okwuegbunam said of the opportunity to represent his Nigerian heritage. "Wearing that flag, it means a lot."

"I think everybody in the room can stretch, they can run, they have good catching ability," Moreland said.

Plus, Head Coach Nathaniel Hackett said OL Billy Turner could play the entire game in Week 1.

"We were just so locked in," Russell Wilson said of Thursday's practice.

The Broncos will naturally need a player or two to step up in Patrick's absence, and it could fall on the bigger-bodied Sutton, Okwuegbunam and rookie tight end Greg Dulcich.

After the Broncos placed offensive lineman Billy Turner on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list on Tuesday, questions remain about how the offensive line will shape up.

CBS Sports' Jeff Kerr discusses whether Russell Wilson can bring the Broncos to the Super Bowl, who will start at tight end and how the pass rush will shape up.

The Broncos, with either or both of those players on the field, will have an edge. Soon enough, we'll see how they use it to their advantage.

The Broncos relied upon their depth along the offensive line with Garett Bolles, Bobby Massie and Graham Glasgow out.

Denver also elevated inside linebacker Barrington Wade.

Jeudy has not played since Week 1, while Okwuegbunam suffered a hamstring injury in practice ahead of Week 5.

Okwuegbunam and Griffith are eligible to return to game action as early as this weekend.

Nose tackle Mike Purcell and inside linebacker Micah Kiser could be sidelined for a couple weeks after injuries sustained on Thursday night, Fangio said.

TE Albert Okwuegbunam was placed on injured reserve in a corresponding move.

The Broncos have four other players listed as questionable and one player who was ruled out.

Plus, hear from Von Miller about his return to the field and learn how Albert Okwuegbunam bounced back from an early fumble.

In his first start with the Broncos, Bridgewater completed 28-of-36 passes for 264 yards and two touchdowns as Denver overcame a first-half deficit to earn the win.

"The games that I did play — just my ability to go out there and make plays and be a mismatch out there — that gave me the confidence rolling into this season that I can do those things and I will do those things," Okwuegbunam said.

"The silver lining from last season was just the confidence instilled in me," Okwuegbunam said.

Albert Okwuegbunam, who tore his ACL in early November, participated in drills on a limited basis.

Denver's offensive line was one of the Broncos' most-improved units in 2020, but what steps can they take to improve even further in 2021?

As he enters Year 3, Fant will look to make the jump to join elite players like Travis Kelce, George Kittle and Darren Waller and earn his first career Pro Bowl appearance.

"I can't imagine that he could be doing any better than he is at this stage in rehab," Head Coach Vic Fangio said of Sutton.

Okwuegbunam played a key role in the Broncos' comeback win over the Chargers, but he suffered a torn ACL the next week in Atlanta.

Albert Okwuegbunam's game against the Los Angeles Chargers was one of the highlights of the Broncos' season.

The Broncos let their personalities shine during the annual portrait shoot. Get a closer look at the tight ends' time in the spotlight with these photos.

As we prepare for training camp, here's a glimpse back at the offseason program with a look just at the tight ends.

Take an exclusive look at a few Broncos' players offseason workouts as they prepare for the 2021 season.

Flip back through the best plays and moments from the Broncos' 2020 rookie class, including Jerry Jeudy, KJ Hamler, Lloyd Cushenberry III and more.

From the locker room through practice, here's how the newest Broncos — 2020 draftees, trade acquisitions, veteran free agents and more — experienced their first day as Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High.

Nearly all of the Broncos' 2020 draft class arrived at UCHealth Training Center to ink their rookie contracts and meet President of Football Operations/General Manager John Elway. (KJ Hamler is not eligible to enter the building until Tuesday after starting his COVID testing a day later than the rest of the group.)

Take an inside look at two player-led workouts with Drew Lock, Phillip Lindsay, Noah Fant, Todd Davis and more players. (Photos by Lemar Griffin)

You might feel a little old when you see what the big movies, songs and news was in the years in which several of our rookies were born.

Using stats from Pro Football Focus' 2020 NFL Draft guide, we collected some of the top stats and grades to know about each player in the Broncos' 2020 NFL Draft class.

Here's a quick rundown of who make up the Broncos' 2020 NFL Draft class, with a photo for each pick.

Take a look back through photos of former Missouri tight end Albert Okwuegbunam, a fourth-round pick for the Denver Broncos.