Barron was way too good of a prospect to pass up when the Broncos went on the clock, even if cornerback wasn't necessarily the team's biggest need at the time. He will now join a unit coached by defensive coordinator Vance Joseph that ranked among the NFL's best in 2024.

Former Texas star defensive back Jahdae Barron signed a 4-year contract with a fifth-year team option, the Broncos announced Wednesday. According to Spotrac, the deal is worth $18 million with a $9.8 million signing bonus,

Broncos first-round pick Jahdae Barron agreed to a four-year deal worth just over $18 million that includes a signing bonus of $9.8 million, sources confirmed to ESPN.