The Broncos will be looking to add depth on the defensive front seven and could also look to add a player or two on the offensive side.

TEAM NEEDS/OFFSEASON STRATEGY

While the Broncos added plenty in free agency, the draft will still be a huge key towards rebuilding the defense. With the 12th pick the Broncos could add a linebacker or lineman that can step in and play right away.

Denver already added to the defensive line, linebacker, cornerback and safety in free agency, but it was a unit desperate for impact players. A standout linebacker like USC's Rey Maualuga or a nose tackle like B.J. Raji, if the Broncos get lucky and he falls to No. 12, could be the selection.

TEAM NEEDS

1. Defensive line: Even with the addition of a couple of free agent defensive tackles in Darrell Reid and Ronald Fields, the Broncos need more. The line was bare, and was especially thin with players that can play in a 3-4 scheme.

2. Linebacker: Andra Davis was a solid addition, but the Broncos could use some more depth at linebacker. If they don't sign another linebacker, that position could be a target with some early-round draft picks.

3. Cornerback: Denver added Andre' Goodman to the mix, and he will replace Dre Bly. Still, the team needs to get younger at the position and add depth for its nickel and dime packages.

MEDICAL WATCH: No updates.

FRANCHISE PLAYER: None.

TRANSITION PLAYER: None.

UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS

--RB Tatum Bell finished the season with a good game against San Diego, but with a lot of tailbacks on the roster he is no sure bet to return.

--DE Ebenezer Ekuban played well in 2008 but it remains to be seen how he fits into the new staff's plans.

--WR Darrell Jackson didn't contribute much in 2008 and appears unlikely to return.

--S Marlon McCree didn't play in the final eight games of the season, remaining inactive even after recovering from a high ankle sprain. He doesn't appear to be in Denver's plans.

--C Tom Nalen is likely on his way to retirement after sitting out 2008 with a knee injury.

--CB Karl Paymah was demoted a couple of times during the season and will likely hit the open market.

--RB Michael Pittman played pretty well before a neck injury sidelined him, but he said he feels good and wants to play in Denver again. The new coaching staff will make a decision whether to bring him back.

--TE Jeb Putzier was brought in late last season because of injuries; he is unlikely to return to the team.

--QB Patrick Ramsey is a solid backup for Jay Cutler and despite finishing on injured reserve with an arm injury last year, could be re-signed.

--WR Edell Shepherd was out all last year with a knee injury.

--LB Nate Webster started last year and played well at times. The new staff will have to decide how he fits in their defense.

UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS (not tendered)

--RB Andre Hall (not tendered as ERFA) has played well at times and should get a shot to make the team in training camp.

RESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: None.

EXCLUSIVE RIGHTS FREE AGENTS: None.

PLAYERS RE-SIGNED

--DL Kenny Peterson: UFA; 3 yrs, terms unknown.

PLAYERS ACQUIRED

--RB J.J. Arrington: UFA Cardinals; $8.8M/4 yrs, guarantees unknown.

--RB Correll Buckhalter: UFA Eagles; 4 yrs, terms unknown.

--LB Andra Davis: UFA Browns; $5M/2 yrs, guarantees unknown.

--S Brian Dawkins: UFA Eagles; $17M/5 yrs, $7.5M guaranteed; can void to $9.5M/2 yrs.

--DT Ronald Fields: UFA 49ers; $5M/2 yrs, SB unknown.

--WR Jabar Gaffney: UFA Patriots; $10M/4 yrs, $3M guaranteed.

--CB Andre' Goodman: UFA Dolphins; $25M/5 yrs, $10M guaranteed.

--S Renaldo Hill: UFA Dolphins; $10M/4 yrs, $3M guaranteed.

--RB LaMont Jordan: UFA Patriots; $2.5M/2 yrs, guarantees unknown.

--OG Matt McChesney: FA Dolphins; terms unknown.

--DT J'Vonne Parker: Not tendered as ERFA by Panthers; terms unknown.

--LS Lonie Paxton: UFA Patriots; $5.38M/5 yrs, $1M SB.

--DT Darrell Reid: UFA Colts; $6.8M/3 yrs, SB unknown.

--QB Chris Simms: UFA Titans; $6M/2 yrs, $1.5M SB; 2009 cap: $2.71M.

PLAYERS LOST

--RB Anthony Alridge (released).

--CB Dre' Bly (released).

--DE John Engelberger (released).

--RB Alex Haynes (released).

--TE Nate Jackson (released).

--LB Niko Koutouvides (released).

--LS Mike Leach (released).

--S Marquand Manuel (released).

--TE Chad Mustard (released).

--OT Erik Pears: Not tendered as RFA/Raiders; terms unknown.

--RB P.J. Pope (released).

--DT Dewayne Robertson (released).

--WR Cliff Russell (released/failed physical).

--DT Josh Shaw (released).

--LB Jamie Winborn (released).