Cornerback Brent "Paco" Austin had an excellent season in his one year at Cal, and he was hoping to be taken in the late rounds of this weekend's NFL draft. That did not happen, so he will sign a free-agent contract with the Denver Broncos, according to a report by Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports Source: The #Broncos are signing former Cal cornerback Brent Austin. Was an All-ACC selection last season. Tied for second nationally with 13 pass breakups and had the 11th-best PFF coverage grade nationally among cornerbacks. pic.twitter.com/ULEfnqYQq3 — Matt Zenitz (@mzenitz) April 26, 2026 A number of other undrafted players who played for Cal in 2025 are expected to sign free agent contracts. Another former Golden Bears expected to sign a free-agent contract is defensive lineman Aidan Keanaaina, who reportedly will sign with the Lions . His situation was different because he was hoping to get another year of college eligibility.…