Broncos Undrafted Rookie Spotlight: Paul Manning's unlikely road to the NFL
Paul Manning, an undrafted rookie cornerback from Henderson State, has signed with the Denver Broncos after impressing during a recent minicamp. His signing means that another player, William Wright, has lost his spot on the roster. Manning's journey highlights the opportunities available for undrafted players in the NFL.
- ▪Paul Manning was signed by the Denver Broncos after a successful tryout at their rookie minicamp.
- ▪He played college football at Henderson State University in Arkansas, which contributed to him being overlooked in the draft.
- ▪Manning's performance included 24 tackles, one sack, and two forced fumbles in his last season.
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| Original publisher | Yahoo Sports |
| Canonical URL | https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/broncos-undrafted-rookie-spotlight-paul-201207235.html |
| Publication time | Sun, 24 May 2026 20:12:07 +0000 |
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