Denver Broncos Sign Utah LB Karene Reid Following 2025 NFL Draft

SALT LAKE CITY – Following the conclusion of the 2025 NFL Draft, Utah linebacker Karene Reid inked an undrafted free agent deal with the Denver Broncos.

The former Utes star joins a Broncos team that finished with a 10-7 record in 2024.

#BYU DL Tyler Batty is signing as a UDFA with the Vikings and #Utes LB Karene Reid with the Broncos

— Sam Farnsworth (@Samsworth_TV) April 26, 2025

Reid will join a bunch of former Ute teammates in Denver. WR Devaughn Vele, DE Jonah Elliss, LB Cody Barton, and OL Garett Bolles are all Utah alums playing for the Broncos. Not to mention the freshly drafted Caleb Lohner.

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Reid’s biggest strength is his IQ and motor. The biggest question marks are his size and athleticism, which likely led to his fall out of the draft.

The Broncos look to be a perfect fit for Reid. He will have some familiar faces to work with, a system that aligns with his play style, and a quality coaching staff to help him prepare for the next level.

About Karene Reid

Reid was born in American Fork, Utah, and attended Timpview High School, where he was a two-time first-team all-region defensive player.

As a three-star recruit, Reid initially signed with Utah State before flipping to Utah. He hit the field for the first time in 2021.

In his collegiate career, he recorded 238 total tackles (109 solo), 19.5 tackles for loss, nine sacks, three interceptions, 13 pass breakups, one forced fumble, and two fumble recoveries. He had three games with 10 or more tackles.

With the Utes, Reid was a two-time All-Pac-12 selection.

Karene Reid at the NFL Scouting Combine

Height: 6’0″

Weight: 231 lbs.

Drills: Did not participate

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