Of their original set, the only pick Denver actually used was No. 20 on Texas cornerback Jahdae Barron. The Broncos actually considered trading back from there, too, Paton said Thursday night, to take a running back (Ohio State’s TreVeyon Henderson, sources said) later in the first round.

Denver mayor Mike Johnston attended the 2024 draft to meet with the NFL's draft committee and Detroit mayor Mike Duggan as he continues to push to bring a future draft to Colorado. Denver was not picked to host in 2025 (Green Bay) or 2026 (Pittsburgh), but the city is a candidate to host the 2027 draft.

The Broncos were ecstatic that Barron fell to them at pick No. 20 -- and his versatility will give them options on defense.