Denver Broncos inside linebacker Red Murdock highlights

Sep 7, 2024; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers running back Marcus Carroll (9) runs the ball as Buffalo Bulls linebacker Red Murdock (2) attempts the tackle during the second half at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images | Denny Medley-Imagn Images

With the 257th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Denver Broncos were finally able to address their need at inside linebacker. They took Buffalo standout Red Murdock at the selection. He was one of this draft’s sleeper prospects at the position Scotty Payne was a big fan of and identified as a fit for the Broncos early on in the pre-draft process.

A tenacious player who was a starter in his final two seasons, wherever the ball was going you could count on Murdock being there to finish the tackle. Forcing turnovers was an emphasis for Head Coach Sean Payton to address this offseason, and their newest addition at linebacker forced 17 fumbles during his collegiate career and is one of the best run defending linebackers in this year’s draft.

Red Murdock Highlights and Film

I’m a big fan of this selection for the Broncos. His production is off the charts and as you can see from his highlight reels above, all he does is make plays. Murdock isn’t going to be a day one starter, but the Broncos don’t need him to be.