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Denver got sick of waiting for their turn, and jumped up to get Marvin Mims, a receiver that can attack all three levels of the field from the slot or perimeter. I have to think Rashee Rice going off the board lit a fire under them to make sure they got Mims, who I did not expect to fall to the end of the second round. Denver has a talented receiver room that hasn't always played up to expectations for a variety of reasons. If guys don't start performing, Mims may become Russell Wilson' favorite target quickly. This could be his Mile-High version of Tyler Lockett. Grade A-

~Austin Smith, DraftTek Senior Analyst

I didn't expect Marvin Mims to fall to 63, but to say I'm shocked that Sanders fell to the third round is an understatement. This guy screams versatility, and I'm not sure we've seen his best football yet. Vance Joseph has worked with versatile playmakers like this before, most recently Isaiah Simmons and Zaven Collins in Arizona, and you can bet he will look to move Sanders around to make the most of his skillset. There is some risk factor based on his lack of play time prior to last year, but you have to think that it's worth it at 67. Grade A

~Austin Smith, DraftTek Senior Analyst

I like this fit for Denver, partially because we know the player that lines up across from Patrick Surtain is going to be tested frequently. Moss had 11 career interceptions and 26 pass break-ups across 43 games. Simply put, he gets his hands on the ball. He may not be the most physical player, but teams will be concerned with his tremendous recovery speed and ball skills. Grade B+

~Austin Smith, DraftTek Senior Analyst