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Denver Broncos' 2016 draft class: Analysis, grades, best picks, highlights

With the 2016 NFL draft now complete, every fan wants to review his or her team's draft. Where were the reaches? Was there enough value? Any potential busts?

ESPN Insider's NFL draft experts are here to provide a full recaps of every team.

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Denver Broncos

Scouts Inc. on 2016 class

1 (26) Paxton Lynch, QB, Memphis | Highlights

What he brings: At just under 6-foot-7 and 244 pounds, Lynch has one of the strongest arms and highest ceilings in this class. He's an above-average athlete, showing the ability to extend plays with his mobility and pick up first downs when he scrambles. Lynch lacks polish, though. He played in a scheme that simplified his reads, and he doesn't always see the entire field despite his height. He fails to locate the open man at times.

How he fits: Trades with the 49ers and/or the Eagles never materialized and Mark Sanchez isn't the long-term answer at QB, so general manager John Elway fills the Broncos greatest need by taking Lynch. Lynch is a developmental prospect and this is a bit of a reach, as he needs to work on his ability to read coverages and isn't ready to start right away. However, he has great size, a strong arm and his mobility makes him a good fit for head coach Gary Kubiak's offense. -- Steve Muench