The Denver Broncos have been busy adding free agents in the last couple days. Willis McGahee started the parade into Denver on Sunday. He was followed by many free agents that left Broncos fans shaking their heads. No big names. No Pro Bowlers. Nothing too exciting.

Well Broncos fans, I'm telling you not to worry. Time will help make sense of the Broncos additions, and some of them will surprise you.

Here's a summary of who the Broncos have signed or traded for as of today:


Willis McGahee: RB 6'0" 235 lbs.
McGahee is by far the biggest name to be added by the Broncos so far. He's been in the league eight seasons and has put up big numbers along the way. Early in his career, he played under Broncos running back coach Eric Studdesville, and had his best yardage totals. McGahee then moved on to Baltimore where he took a back seat to Ray Rice in 2008, after rushing for 1207 yards for the Ravens in 2007. While Ray Rice took over the bulk of the carries, McGahee was still a solid goal-line and short yardage back. He's racked up 55 rushing touchdowns in his career -- that is music to the ears of Broncos fans. With Knowshon Moreno being a bit less than expected so far in his career, McGahee will provide depth and may push Moreno to become a better back. This to me was a great signing, and it didn't break the bank. With the heavy run offense John Fox runs, McGahee should get plenty of touches, and touchdowns over the next 4 seasons.

Brodrick Bunkley: DT 6'3 306 lbs.
Bunkley was drafted in the first round out of Florida State in 2006. While he has had plenty of playing time for the Philadelphia Eagles, he also missed some of last year with an elbow injury. In 76 career games, Bunkley started 52 games, accumulating 144 tackles and 7 sacks. He's only 27 years old and is entering the final year of a six year contract he signed as a rookie. While Bunkley has not lit the world on fire, he has been a steady player for an Eagles team that typically plays well on defense. Many critics are quick to say he is a bust, and the Broncos didn't get much. I'm here to say, give him a chance. He's looking to make a name for himself as he enters the last year of his contract. Playing under a coach like John Fox, he should have an opportunity to make plays this year. Bunkley was traded for a low pick in the 2013 draft, so it didn't cost the Broncos much. I'd say Bunkley is very low risk, with potential to be a high reward.

Marcus Thomas: DT 6'3" 316 lbs. 
Thomas has been with the Broncos since 2007, when they drafted him in the 4th round. Before the draft in 2007, there was talk of him being a first round pick, but he got himself in trouble for failing drug tests (marijuana) during his last year in Florida. I have to admit, I'm a fan of Marcus Thomas and think that in the right defense (4-3), with the right players around him (Von Miller, Elvis Dumervil), he can be a huge difference maker. If the Broncos had never switched to the 3-4 under Joshy McD, I think Thomas would have been a highly touted free agent this year. The guy weighs 316 lbs and can do a standing back flip. I know that doesn't make him a good football player, but he's a great athlete for his size. In his second year, he started all 16 games, and put up good numbers on a terrible defense (2008).  Thomas signed a one year contract and will also be looking to make a name for himself as he enters free agency again in 2012. With a little competition between him and Bunkley, the Broncos should get a nice rotation in the middle of their defensive line. The great thing about Thomas is he is only 25, and has lots of room to improve and mature as a player.

Daniel Fells: TE 6'4" 272 lbs.
No you didn't read that wrong, and there is no typo. Daniel Fells is a monster of a tight end. He can basically be like an extra lineman, while also providing versatility catching the ball as a tight end or fullback. With the Broncos new emphasis on running the ball, Fells could be a very valuable asset in the run game. He could also be big in the red zone on play action, as the Broncos go with run-heavy formations. Fells is only 27 and had his best year last year with St. Louis, as rookie QB Sam Bradford looked his way often.

Dante Rosario: TE 6'4" 250 lbs.
Rosario is in his fifth year, his first four were spent playing for John Fox in Carolina. While he didn't put up huge numbers, he is an athletic pass-catching tight end. He won't spend too much time inside in the run game, but  should get plenty of looks in passing situations. John Fox said today that Rosario had his best year as a pro last year, and he was excited to add him to the team. Rosario is only 26, and at the very least will add depth to the growing group of tight ends the Broncos have accumulated.

Derrick Harvey: DE 6'5" 268 lbs.
Harvery was drafted in the first round in 2008 by the Jacksonville Jaguars, who had very high hopes for him (they gave up more to get him than Minnesota did to get Jared Allen!!). Harvey was an ultra-athletic defensive end for the Florida Gators, and a teammate of both Tim Tebow and Marcus Thomas. While he has definitely earned the title of draft bust...he's only 24 years old. It may be possible that getting him around more talent, and former friends and teammates, he could provide quality depth at defensive end.