The Denver Broncos second pick in the 2024 NFL draft had some legacy attached to it. With the No. 76 pick (third round), the Broncos selected Utah edge rusher Jonah Elliss, whose father, Luther, suited up for the Broncos in 2004.
Playing at Utah in the PAC-12, Elliss went up against Bo Nix and the Oregon Ducks twice. The Utes came out on the losing end in both matchups, but Elliss knows a thing or two about what Nix brings to the table, offering a preview of sorts when he was asked about the former Oregon star being his new teammate in Denver.
“It’s going to be awesome. I know he’s a quarterback who threw the ball really fast,” Elliss said following Day 2 of the draft. “I’m really excited to play with him. I know he’s a great man too, a man of God, so I’m really excited to build that relationship with him, too.”
