GLENDALE, AZ - DECEMBER 30: Wide receiver DaeSean Hamilton #5 of the Penn State Nittany Lions celebrates after catching a 24 yard touchdown reception against the Washington Huskies during the second half of the Playstation Fiesta Bowl at University of Phoenix Stadium on December 30, 2017 in Glendale, Arizona. The Nittany Lions defeated the Huskies 35-28.

Broncos add receiver depth with DaeSean Hamilton

theScore Staff
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The Denver Broncos have selected wide receiver DaeSean Hamilton out of Penn State with the 113th overall pick in the fourth round of the 2018 NFL Draft.

Hamilton is among the best route-runners in the draft and should make an impact immediately for the Broncos passing game under new quarterback Case Keenum.

The selection of Hamilton comes after the club already drafted Courtland Sutton on Friday, signifying a commitment to improving the receiving corps headed to next season.

DaeSean Hamilton Bio

Position: WR
School: Penn State
College Experience: Redshirt Senior
Height: 6-1
Weight: 205 lbs

What the analysts are saying

  • "Big slot who lacks shiftiness from the slot, but is able to uncover with disciplined, consistent routes." - Lance Zierlein, NFL.com
  • "DaeSean Hamilton isn't going to wow anyone with his size or speed, but he consistently gets open and catches the ball." - Dane Brugler, NFLDraftScout.com

Athletic testing

Event Result
40-yard Dash 4.52 sec (pro day)
Bench Press 16 reps (pro day)
Vertical Jump 34.5 inches
Broad Jump 118 inches
3-Cone Drill 6.84 sec
20-yd Shuttle 4.15 sec
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