Broncos roster review: Defensive back Jahdae Barron

The Denver Broncos surprised fans across the National Football League when they selected Texas defensive back Jahdae Barron in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

For weeks leading up to April’s festivities, most of the talk surrounded drafting a running back, tight end, or receiver to give Bo Nix more help on offense. With reigning Defensive Player of the Year Patrick Surtain II and solid of roster of defensive backs, drafting another early didn’t seem likely, and wasn’t a thought on most draft guru’s radars.

But then again, the Broncos weren’t counting on a Top 10 ranked player on their board to be available when they were on the clock. In fact, trade parameters were being finalized with…