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.

7. Loser: WR Troy Franklin. After an underwhelming rookie season, Franklin now faces competition from third-round pick Pat Bryant. Franklin shouldn't be in danger of getting cut, but Byrant could take away snaps from the second-year WR.

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