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Barron's Rookie Woes: Alarm Bells Ring for Broncos
16 Sep
Summary
- Cornerback Jahdae Barron played only 12 snaps in Week 1.
- Barron was among eight Broncos defenders to miss multiple tackles.
- He faces stiff competition from undrafted Ja'Quan McMillian.
Denver Broncos' first-round pick Jahdae Barron is facing increased scrutiny following a sparse Week 1 performance. Against the Kansas City Chiefs, Barron was on the field for a mere 12 snaps, with only 4 dedicated to defense. This limited participation occurred despite the Broncos' defense collectively missing 28 tackles, allowing 247 yards after such misses.
Barron was notably among the eight Broncos defenders who missed multiple tackles during the game, even with his minimal defensive snaps. His performance has drawn criticism, especially as he continues to struggle to outplay undrafted free agent Ja'Quan McMillian. McMillian is widely regarded as one of the league's top slot cornerbacks, intensifying the pressure on Barron to justify his draft status.
