22-07-2025
Broncos roster: WR Jerjuan Newton (No. 81) adds versatility to squad
Broncos Wire's 90-man offseason roster series continues today with a look at rookie wide receiver Jerjuan Newton, No. 81.
Before the Broncos: Newton (5-11, 192 pounds) spent six years with the Toledo Rockets, playing in 62 games from 2019-24. Newton's best seasons were his final three, totaling 177 receptions for 2,574 receiving yards and 29 touchdowns from 2022-2024. He earned first-team All-MAC honors after posting career highs in receptions (72), yards (1,048) and touchdowns (11) last fall. Newton also received first-team all-conference honors in 2023, and second-team recognition in 2022. His 32 receiving touchdowns are a school record. In addition to his receiving ability, Newton also returned 23 kickoffs for 368 yards in college.
Broncos tenure: Newton signed as an undrafted free agent with the Denver Broncos after the 2025 NFL draft, as part of the team's first wave of undrafted players. Newton will make his Bronco debut during preseason next month.
Chances to make the 53-man roster: Long shot. Head coach Sean Payton loves the sort of do-it-all player that Newton is and can be. With Marvin Mims already cemented as a two-time Pro Bowl returner (and more recently, prolific receiver), Newton may provide a safety outlet for Payton to keep him on the practice squad this season. Newton's unlikely to make the active roster this summer, but he might be a top practice squad candidate.
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