Why Broncos 2025 first-round pick getting reps on defense? Vance Joseph explains

Denver Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph discussed the defensive role of nickel back Jahdae Barron ahead of their Week 3 Sunday night matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. Joseph noted that Denver rarely reached their dime package featuring Barron during the Week 2 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars, but emphasized that the second-year defensive back remains ready to play at any moment.

Barron, a 2025 first-round draft pick out of Texas, recorded four tackles in the season opener against the Kansas City Chiefs after appearing in all 17 regular-season games last year. Denver's secondary faces a tough challenge against Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford and wide receiver Davante Adams, testing cornerbacks Patrick Surtain and Riley Moss.