The Denver Broncos shocked Broncos Country by choosing a cornerback in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. The Denver Broncos had invested more into Vance Joseph’s defense, which was already one of the best in the NFL. Meanwhile, Bo Nix was still a couple of weapons away from an arsenal that could compete with the NFL’s top offenses.

But Sean Payton chose Texas cornerback Jahdae Barron, a versatile weapon who fits best in the slot but could move around the secondary.

Is Jahdae Barron a lock to beat out Ja’Quan McMillian for the starting nickel job? Could Jahdae Barron see time on the boundary in his rookie season? Are Jahdae Barron, Pat Surtain II and Riley Moss the Denver Broncos’ long term trio at cornerback? Could Jahdae Barron fit better at safety with Brandon Jones and Talanoa Hufanga?

On the DNVR Broncos Podcast, Zac Stevens and Henry Chisholm are coming to you LIVE from the DNVR Bar to break down all of the latest news in Broncos Country.