Broncos Wire‘s 91-man offseason roster series continues today with a look at seventh-year tight end Adam Trautman, No. 82.
Before the Broncos: Trautman (6-5, 253 pounds) came into the NFL by way of the New Orleans Saints, who drafted him in the third round (105th overall) of the 2020 NFL draft. In three seasons (43 games with 28 starts), Trautman caught 60 passes for 641 yards and four touchdowns. During the 2023 NFL draft, the Denver traded the 195th overall pick to the Saints in exchange for Trautman and a seventh-round pick.
Broncos tenure: Trautman reunited with coach Sean Payton in Denver, where he immediately slotted into an offense led by then-quarterback Russell Wilson. Trautman started 12 of 17 games in 2023, catching 22 passes for 204 yards and a career-high three touchdowns. In 2024, Trautman started a career-most 14 of 17 regular season games, and started his first playoff game, catching 14 passes for 190 yards and two touchdowns, making an impact as a blocking tight end. Trautman continued his high-level play in 2025, starting 12 of 17 regular season games, and starting one of the Broncos’ two playoff games. He ended up snagging 20 receptions for 195 yards and one touchdown.
Chances to make the 53-man roster: Likely TE2. Trautman may not be a 40-catch-per-year TE, but he has been a serviceable receiver and reliable blocker throughout his career. Trautman will likely retain his spot as a primary blocking tight end in the Sean Payton and Davis Webb-led offense going into 2026. After signing a three-year, $17 million contract in the spring of 2026, Trautman figures to remain a key part of the offense, and he can help mentor younger tight ends such as Caleb Lohner, Justin Joly and Dallen Bentley.
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