Broncos host TE Evan Engram on free agent visit
Broncos host TE Evan Engram on free agent visit
The Denver Broncos are bringing in tight end Evan Engram for a free agent visit, ESPN's Adam Schefter first reported on Monday morning.
The Jacksonville Jaguars recently released Engram with a failed physical designation, so it's no surprise that the Broncos want to host him in person before offering a potential contract. Engram underwent shoulder surgery, but KUSA-TV's Mike Klis tweeted the tight end "should check out fine."
If he's truly healthy, Engram could be a candidate to sign with Denver, giving the team a much-needed weapon for young quarterback Bo Nix. Tight end is among the team's biggest positions of need this offseason (it's No. 1 on our list), and Engram also made our list of dream free agent targets for the Broncos.
Engram (6-3, 240 pounds) had a breakout season two years ago when he hauled in 114 receptions for 963 yards and four touchdowns. He was hindered by a hamstring injury and a torn labrum last fall, totaling 47 catches for 365 yards and one score in nine games.
A two-time Pro Bowler, Engram is entering his ninth season at age 30. We will track his status and all of the team's upcoming moves on Broncos Wire.
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