Editor’s note: One of a series of profiles of draft prospects the Broncos are believed to have an interest.
Growing up in Mount Vernon, Iowa (pop. 4,435), it became clear early on to Tristan Wirfs that he was far bigger, stronger and more talented an athlete than the small town had ever seen.
In elementary school, the now-6-foot-5, 320-pound tackle had to sit out during recess because teachers were worried about how much bigger he was than other kids. Those physical differences continued through high school, when Wirfs starred in football in addition to winning individual state titles in discus, shot put and wrestling.