Denver Broncos select Wisconsin CB Faion Hicks in the 7th round

The Broncos select another Wisconsin Badger

The Denver Broncos had a distinct Wisconsin feel to their third and final day of the 2022 NFL draft. Moments after selecting Wisconsin DL Matt Henningsen in the 6th round, the Broncos took Badger cornerback Faion Hicks in the 7th round.

Hicks was selected with the No. 232 overall pick. The Florida native spent four seasons at Wisconsin, and had 8 passes defended as a senior in 2021.

The Broncos were the only team to select multiple Badgers in the 2022 NFL draft, with both selections coming on day three. Hicks played 39 games for Wisconsin throughout his four years, and finished with 107 total tackles, one interception, and 16 passes defended.