With the 12th pick in the 2008 NFL Draft, the Denver Broncos selected offensive tackle Ryan Clady from Boise State. The Broncos' biggest need? Someone on the defensive line, considering their once-praised-by-the-media efforts of signing all of the former Cleveland Browns' defensive linemen failed to pan out. At this point though, the top defensive linemen are already gone, and picking someone like Kentwan Balmer would be too much of a reach.

The offensive line is another position of need for the Broncos, and Clady has the bulk and strength to aid a Broncos rushing attack that has started to slip over the past two seasons. This pick also gives Jay Cutler a high-quality left tackle to work with for years to come, aiding his development as well.