Denver Broncos explore offensive boost with J.K. Dobbins' June 5 visit & eye LB Kyzir White for defense. Will these moves spark the team for the 2025 season?
StatPro NFL Beat Reporter
Broncos Country, hold onto your hats! Thursday, June 5th, brought a flurry of activity at Dove Valley, headlined by a potential game-changer in the backfield. Free agent running back J.K. Dobbins was spotted at the facility, fresh off dinner with the coaching staff last night, signaling serious interest in bolstering the Broncos' ground attack.
Denver leads the NFL by retaining an impressive 86% of their roster from 2024, a testament to the stability GM George Paton and Coach Sean Payton are building.
The big news of the day is undoubtedly the visit of free agent running back J.K. Dobbins. After dining with Broncos coaches Wednesday night, Dobbins was at the team facility today for further evaluation. The former Chargers rusher was productive last season before an unfortunate injury sidelined him for eight games. While his talent is undeniable, his injury history, including an MCL sprain from November 2024, remains a point of consideration. If healthy, Dobbins could provide a much-needed dynamic element to the Denver backfield, offering a blend of speed and power that could complement the existing group.
On the defensive side, the Broncos are reportedly exploring the signing of veteran linebacker Kyzir White. With current depth concerns due to injuries to Dre Greenlaw, Alex Singleton, and Drew Sanders, White could be a valuable, experienced addition. He's been a full-time starter in three of the past four seasons, impressively tallying over 100 tackles in three of those campaigns, alongside 7.5 career sacks and six interceptions. This potential move comes as positive news emerged regarding Dre Greenlaw's recovery. Coach Sean Payton confirmed Greenlaw is on schedule to be a full participant in training camp, thanks to his diligent rehab work with VP of Player Health and Performance Beau Lowery, putting to rest earlier reports suggesting a longer absence into the regular season.
Beyond individual player pursuits, a significant team announcement highlighted the Broncos' commitment to continuity. Denver leads the entire NFL by retaining 86% of its roster from 2024 to 2025. This remarkable figure speaks volumes about the culture and stability General Manager George Paton and Coach Sean Payton are fostering. However, the challenge now lies in securing extensions for key players over the next year to maintain this low turnover, as the team could otherwise revert to the more typical NFL range of 25-35% roster churn. Part of this roster shaping includes finding roles for new talent, and 2025 draft pick Que Robinson is reportedly expected to be a 'heavy contributor' on special teams, indicating the rookie is already making a strong impression.
It's clear the Broncos are actively working to fine-tune this roster ahead of training camp. The potential additions of Dobbins and White could significantly impact both sides of the ball, while the development of young talent like Robinson and the recovery of key players like Greenlaw will be crucial. Stay tuned, Broncos fans, as the picture for 2025 continues to come into focus!
