John Elway Explains Why the Broncos Passed up Drew Lock to Draft Noah Fant

The Broncos passed on drafting a linebacker and instead traded down with the Steelers to 20. After the pieces fell Elway had a pretty good problem- draft Drew Lock or someone else?

Well we know the answer now. But why? Let’s read Elway’s own words below.

Noah Fant is an incredibly gifted and athletic tight end. He’s got great speed and he can really stretch the field. We’re very fortunate to get him at 20. pic.twitter.com/tVOA6XXoFm

— John Elway (@johnelway) April 26, 2019