Ronnie Hillman
Experience: 4 Years Cap Hit: $2 million
2015 Stats: 863 rushing yards; 7 rushing touchdowns; 24 receptions; 11 receiving yards
The Broncos’ backfield is quickly getting crowded, and Ronnie Hillman looks to be the odd man out.
C.J. Anderson and his contract are clearly the Broncos’ top option, and while Hillman started 11 games for Denver last year, a good offseason could catapult Devontae Booker in front of the four-year veteran.
Reports are that the Broncos considered drafting Booker as high as the first round. Whether or not that’s true, Elway clearly likes the kid, and he’ll be given every opportunity to grab ahold of that No. 2/1B spot.
Hillman may have just received a new contract, but the Broncos would only be on the hook for $500,000 if they cut him before the start of the season. It’s not no inconceivable that they cut bait and eat the sunk cost.