Most mock drafts had the Denver Broncos taking a running back, tight end, or a wide receiver with their first-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
After all, that was the dream ticket for a lot of Broncos Country—including myself—who thought surrounding Bo Nix with more offensive firepower would be the primary endeavor for the franchise heading into yesterday’s Day 1 extravaganza.
Instead, Head Coach Sean Payton and George Paton surprised by selecting Texas standout defensive back Jahdae Barron at 20 overall. A versatile defensive player that saw time at boundary corner, the slot, and even as a box safety; most draft analysts had Barron ranked as a Top 15 player in this year’s class.