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The 2025 NFL draft has come to a close, and the Denver Broncos came away with seven new players. From first-round Texas defensive back Jahdae Barron to Utah basketball player turned tight end Caleb Lohner , Denver found several contributors for all three phases of the game.

ESPN says Broncos found a 'guaranteed star' in the 2025 NFL Draft that would put their defense over the top

The Broncos made seven selections during the 2025 NFL Draft. Not everyone is going to agree with every pick that Denver made, however it's safe to say most agree that first-round pick Jahdae Barron was a home run.

Could the Jahdae Barron Pick Spark CB Draft-Day Trades for Broncos?

Many were no doubt surprised that the Denver Broncos selected Texas cornerback Jahdae Barron with the 20th overall pick of the 2025 NFL draft. After all, cornerback wasn’t a pressing need.

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Broncos 2025 first-round draft pick Jahdae Barron details the versatility that he will bring to Denver's defense during introductory press conference

Not a lot of people expected the Denver Broncos to select cornerback Jahdae Barron with their first-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, but make no mistake, he's a very special talent.

Jahdae Barron asks to thank everyone in the organization after Broncos drafted him

This is Sean Payton's 45th draft, and on Thursday night he witnessed a first. Texas safety Jahdae Barron, whom the Broncos drafted 20th overall, asked to speak to the entire draft room over speaker phone.

NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / April 25

Payton Slams 'Embarrassing' Mocks After Broncos Draft CB Barron

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton famously proclaimed last year that "I have two middle fingers and gotten better with age not using them." The 61-year-old,

College Football News / Texas Longhorns on SI / April 25

Jahdae Barron Shares Heartfelt Message to Texas Longhorns After Denver Broncos Pick

A lifetime Texas Longhorn who had his dream come true when he heard his name in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, defensive back Jahdae Barron shared a heartfelt message to Longhorn Nation after being selected by the Denver Broncos.

College Football News / Texas Longhorns on SI / April 25

Texas Longhorns' Jahdae Barron Talks Life Changing NFL Draft Phone Call

The Texas Longhorns' quest to reset the NFL Draft record for most players taken from a single school in one draft kicked off Thursday where three players heard their names called in the first round.

Broncos' Jahdae Barron Pick Among 'Biggest Steals of Round 1,' per PFF

The Denver Broncos had one glaring weakness on their starting depth chart entering Thursday’s first round of the 2025 NFL draft: the running back position.

Reactions to Broncos Drafting Jahdae Barron Pour In

For all the pre-draft crystal-ball gazing and endless mock drafts, nobody saw the Denver Broncos standing pat at No. 20 and drafting Texas cornerback Jahdae

Texas Longhorns News / Pro Football Rumors / April 25

Sean Payton: Broncos did not seek trade-up, eyeing RB depth in draft

Higher-profile storylines — particularly Shedeur Sanders‘ destination — will take shape on Day 2, but the Broncos making a best-player-available pick Thursday night will ramp up some pressure on the team to add to their skill-position group.

People love Broncos’ first round pick Jahdae Barron

NFL Draft grades are coming in hot for the first round and people are loving the Denver Broncos pick, Jahdae Barron. The first round of the 2025 NFL Draft was a fun day for Denver Broncos fans as Sean Payton and George Paton seem to keep us on our toes even when we all think we know who they would draft if said player was available.

Broncos' Sean Payton Makes Announcement Amid Jahdae Barron Selection

The Denver Broncos pulled a shocker on draft night by taking Texas cornerback Jahdae Barron in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Most experts believed the Broncos would add a running back, wide receiver, tight end, or defensive lineman.

Gut Reaction: Broncos Defy Expectations to Draft Texas CB Jahdae Barron

The Denver Broncos shocked the NFL and the fanbase alike on Thursday night by going with a defensive back with their first-round pick at No. 20 overall.

Jahdae Barron Reacts to Broncos Drafting Him: 'It's a Perfect Fit'

After months of mock drafts — both local and national — predicting the Denver Broncos to draft an offensive weapon in Round 1 for Bo Nix, whether it be a running back, tight end, or wide receiver, the team defied expectations by selecting Texas cornerback Jahdae Barron at No.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / April 25

Jahdae Barron takes Texas Longhorns back where they belong as Denver Broncos select him in first round of 2025 NFL Draft

Jahdae Barron developed into perhaps the best cornerback in all of college football last season. His versatility, disciplined tackling, playmaking ability, and consistency all helped carry the Texas Longhorns deep into the College Football Playoff last year.

Top remaining needs for Denver Broncos entering Day 2 of 2025 NFL Draft following first-round selection of Jahdae Barron

The Denver Broncos selected Texas Longhorns cornerback Jahdae Barron in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft on Thursday night, which came as a bit of a surprise to some.

Watch: Denver Broncos Select Texas DB Jahdae Barron in First Round

The Texas Longhorns should be well-represented throughout the 2025 NFL Draft. A program-record of more than 11 selections is expected. For reference, the Longhorns had 14 players invited to the NFL Combine a couple of months ago.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 25

Denver Broncos continue their roster building strategy from free agency with their first-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft

The Denver Broncos' first-round draft pick is officially in! With the 20th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, the Denver Broncos have selected Texas Longhorns cornerback Jahdae Barron.

Texas Longhorns News / Pro Football Rumors / April 24

Broncos bolster secondary by selecting Jahdae Barron at No. 20

After making calls related to moves up and down the board, the Broncos wound up staying put at No. 20. Instead of adding a skill-position prospect at that spot, Denver has selected Texas cornerback Jahdae Barron.

Making the Case for Jets To Draft Jahdae Barron

As the New York Jets approach the first draft of the Aaron Glenn-Darren Mougey administration, their plans in Round 1 seem fairly straightforward. Drafting a plug-and-play offensive lineman like Missouri’s Armand Membou, LSU’s Will Campbell, or Texas’ Kelvin Banks Jr.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 22

NFL Mock Draft: 49ers Continue to Take a Cornerback Early

Plenty of NFL mock drafts in the last month have the 49ers using their 11th pick on a cornerback. That continues with Pro Football Focus' latest mock draft.

Jahdae Barron is Worthy of Being Dolphins’ First-Round Pick

Coming into the off-season, Miami had questions surrounding the defensive secondary. Now, with even more uncertainty surrounding the group with the latest rumors about Jalen Ramsey, the likelihood of the Dolphins taking a cornerback or safety with their first draft selection is very high.