Broncos beat out 'multiple teams' to sign undrafted cornerback
The Denver Broncos signed undrafted free agent cornerback Brent Austin from California shortly after the 2026 NFL Draft, outcompeting multiple teams for his signature. Austin, recognized for his performance at the East-West Shrine Bowl, is viewed as a potential roster contributor due to his football IQ and competitiveness. He joins a lineage of undrafted cornerbacks who have found success with the Broncos, such as Chris Harris Jr. and Ja'Quan McMillian.
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