Denzel Burke


Denzel Burke is an American professional football cornerback for the Arizona Cardinals of the National [Football League]. He played college football for the Ohio State Buckeyes and was selected by the Cardinals in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL draft.

Early years

Burke originally attended Brophy College Preparatory in Phoenix, Arizona before transferring to Saguaro High School in Scottsdale, Arizona for his senior year. He played defensive back and wide receiver in high school. He played in only one game his senior year due to injury. Burke committed to Ohio State University to play college football.

College career

Burke started all 13 games his true freshman year at Ohio State in 2021. He finished the year with 35 tackles, one interception and one touchdown.
He won the 2025 [College Football Playoff National Championship] with Ohio State.

Professional career

Burke was selected by the Arizona Cardinals in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL draft with the 174th overall pick.