Swinson adds a big-bodied target at TE with red-zone potential. His Packers background suggests mismatches in the seam and as a blocker, potentially offering Denver a bruiser option in two-TE sets or as a developmental depth piece behind the top tight ends.

Messiah Swinson’s grade landed him near the bottom on defense, surprising given the overall defensive breakdown. While he flashed effort in limited reps, the tape highlighted several negative plays and low production that temper expectations for an immediate impact role.