Overview

• Jahdae Barron, a Jim Thorpe Award winner from Texas, was selected 20th overall by the Denver Broncos in the 2025 NFL Draft.
• Barron is expected to play a key role at nickelback, with his versatility offering options to shift between positions in the secondary.
• The Broncos’ decision to draft Barron reflects a strategic focus on defensive depth after addressing other roster needs in free agency.
• The addition of Barron may lead to changes in the depth chart, with veteran Ja’Quan McMillian potentially facing a trade or release and Riley Moss possibly shifting roles.
• Barron’s rookie contract is projected to be a four-year, $18 million deal, aligning with standard first-round compensation for a premium position.