Barron's Playing Time Drops Sharply in Second Season With Broncos

The first-round cornerback has been on the field for only six snaps this year after averaging 20 per game as a rookie.

Denver Broncos cornerback Jahdae Barron, a first-round draft pick, has seen his role shrink dramatically early in the season. He was on the field for two snaps in the most recent week and has totaled six for the year.

The downturn marks a sharp change from his rookie campaign. Last season, Barron appeared for at least 10 snaps in every game and averaged roughly 20 per contest.

The reduced workload could reflect a young player stuck behind a deep secondary, but it raises questions about his standing with the team going forward.