Breaking: Broncos Select Touchdown Machine with 20th Overall Pick in NFL Draft
In a move that signals a renewed commitment to offensive firepower, the Denver Broncos used the 20th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft to select Arizona State running back Cam Skattebo — a player best known for his nose for the end zone. Skattebo, who lit up Pac-12 defenses with his powerful running and touchdown-scoring prowess, becomes one of the draft’s most talked-about selections.
Skattebo earned national attention for his ability to finish drives, racking up a staggering number of touchdowns over his college career. In his senior season alone, he tallied 18 total touchdowns, showcasing a rare combination of strength, balance, and vision that made him a red-zone nightmare for opposing defenses. His knack for breaking tackles and powering through contact made him a consistent scoring threat from anywhere inside the 20.
“Cam is a finisher,” Broncos GM George Paton said after the pick. “He’s a tone-setter in the run game and someone who brings a mentality we want in our locker room. When you’re inside the 10, there’s almost no one better in this class.”
At 5-foot-10 and 215 pounds, Skattebo is built low to the ground and runs with authority. But what separates him from other backs in this class is his versatility. Not only did he post impressive numbers on the ground, but he also proved to be a capable receiver out of the backfield, adding 400 receiving yards and 4 receiving touchdowns to his resume in 2024.
Skattebo’s production wasn’t just about stats — it was about timing. Many of his scores came in key moments, including game-winners and clutch short-yardage conversions. That clutch DNA is exactly what Denver hopes will translate to Sundays.
The pick comes as the Broncos look to establish a more balanced offensive attack under new offensive coordinator Zach Robinson. With uncertainty still looming at the quarterback position, a reliable back like Skattebo could ease pressure and help control the tempo of games.
“I just want to help this team win and bring a physical edge to every play,” Skattebo said in his first press conference as a Bronco. “I’ve worked for this moment my whole life. Now it’s time to go to work.”
Though some analysts projected Skattebo as an early second-rounder, the Broncos clearly saw something they couldn’t pass up — a touchdown machine who brings heart, toughness, and production. Whether he becomes the centerpiece of Denver’s offense or part of a rotation, one thing’s for sure: when the Broncos are knocking on the goal line, Skattebo will be ready.
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