Broncos roster series: No. 45 DB Omar Brown

Broncos Wire’s 90-man offseason roster series continues today with a look at rookie safety Omar Brown, No. 45.

During the offseason, teammates can share jersey numbers if they play on opposite sides of the ball. This summer, Brown will share No. 45 with tight end Nate Adkins.

Before the Broncos: Brown (6-1, 200 pounds) spent three years at Northern Iowa, totaling 140 tackles, 13 pass breakups and eight interceptions in 29 games with college football’s Panthers. He then transferred to Nebraska ahead of the 2022 season. After a limited role in his first season, Brown emerged as a key player in 2023, recording 51 tackles, three pass breakups, two forced fumbles, one interception and one fumble recovery in 12 games.

A versatile defensive back, Brown received honorable mention All-Big Ten recognition in 2023. He spent time at both safety and cornerback in college.

Broncos tenure: Denver signed Brown as an undrafted free agent this spring. He was one of the top UDFAs available following the 2024 NFL draft.

Chances to make the 53-man roster: Longshot. The Broncos have a crowded safety depth chart, so Brown will likely be competing for a spot on the practice squad this summer.