Sean Payton gives his initial take on new safety Talanoa Hufanga

The Denver Broncos signed tough, physical safety Talanoa Hufanga this spring, an addition that will make Vance Joseph's defense even more formidable in 2025.

Hufanga made his on-field debut at the start of organized team activities last week, and coach Sean Payton was asked for his initial impressions of the 25-year-old safety.

“Good," Payton said. "We’re not in pads, so when you ask about a safety, it’s hard to elaborate when you’re not in shoulder pads and helmets or full gear. He’s smart. He’s a real good leader. He’s played in real good defenses. He’s been a real positive addition and is going to help us a lot.”

First look at @TalanoaHufanga 👀 pic.twitter.com/OebNjSZxkw— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) May 29, 2025

Fans will get a better idea of what Hufanga brings to the defense when the pads come on later this summer, but he's already impressed with his smarts and leadership. Entering his fifth year in the NFL, Hufanga will look to add to his seven career interceptions in his first season with the Broncos this fall.

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This article originally appeared on Broncos Wire: NFL: Sean Payton gives initial take on new safety Talanoa Hufanga