Broncos make Justin Simmons last pick of Day 2

The Denver Broncos selected safety Justin Simmons out of Boston College with the final pick in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft on Friday, 98th overall.

Simmons is an excellent athlete whose combine testing impressed many. He may need to add weight at the NFL level, but if he can build on his raw skills and strong fundamentals, he can become a key contributor on the Super Bowl champions' defense in years to come.

Justin Simmons Bio

Position: S
School: Boston College
College Experience: Senior
Height: 6-1
Weight: 202 lbs.

Strengths

• Has the skill set to contribute at all levels of the field.
• Sideline-to-sideline range gives him plenty of value as a deep safety in coverage.
• Solid tackler in the open field and when working in run support near the line of scrimmage.
• Playmaking ability was on full display with a career-best five interceptions in his final season at Boston College.

Weaknesses

• Slender frame isn't ideal for the safety position at the NFL level.
• Can struggle to turn and run with receivers downfield, potentially limiting him to a role in zone coverages over the top.

Combine Results