The Facts: HC Mike Shanahan is a big fan of tight ends in his game plan and loves to have as many as he can at his disposal. With that in mind, the Broncos worked out a two-year deal to keep tight end Nate Jackson, who technically is the team's third-string tight end.

Diehards Line:According to ESPN's John Clayton, Jackson received a contract that pays him roughly $1 million a year, but there are escalators in the deal that could allow him to make more depending on his production. Reaching those escalators could be a chore, however, working behind starter Daniel Graham -- a blocking specialist -- and Tony Scheffler, the team's primary pass-catching tight end. Jackson is the pass-catcher who is considered a role player but a valuable part of the offense.