Denver Broncos safety Miles Scott highlights
The Denver Broncos add to their secondary by drafting Illinois safety Miles Scott with the 246th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
CHAMPAIGN, ILLINOIS - NOVEMBER 15: Miles Scott #10 of the Illinois Fighting Illini reacts during the second half of the game against the Maryland Terrapins at Gies Memorial Stadium on November 15, 2025 in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Harry Figiel/ISI Photos/ISI Photos via Getty Images) | ISI Photos via Getty Images With the 246th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Denver Broncos opted to add another defensive back to their secondary. With Brandon Jones, J.
L. Skinner and Tycen Anderson being in the last year of their deals, the franchise needed another depth piece to compete and perhaps make an impact in the future. They opted to take Illinois safety Miles Scott at the selection.
Scott started his five-year career at Illinois as a wide receiver. However, he made the switch to safety during his red-shirt sophomore campaign. Over the last three seasons, he racked up 182 tackles, 4 tackles for loss, 1 sack, and seven interceptions.
It appears his former wide receiver skills have given him the talent and ability to make plays on the ball. That’s a lot of forced turnovers! Welcome to #BroncosCountry , Miles Scott!