Career Summary

Sean Fresch is a defensive back who played at Rice before professional opportunities in the UFL and with Denver in 2026.

Fresch was a multi-year Rice contributor who started 25 consecutive games to finish his college career. He then spent two seasons in the UFL before joining Denver's 2026 offseason roster and practice squad.

Denver credited Fresch with 43 tackles, two sacks, five passes defensed, and a forced fumble in 13 UFL games.

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Early Life

Fresch is from Austin, Texas.

Rice lists Fresch's hometown as Austin, Texas, and his high school as Lyndon B. Johnson.

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High School

Fresch was a versatile contributor at Lyndon B. Johnson High School.

Rice reported that Fresch compiled 1,377 all-purpose yards and 12 touchdowns as a senior while also recording 27 tackles, two interceptions, and two forced fumbles. He was an all-district kick returner and running back.

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College Career

Fresch developed into a veteran Rice cornerback and special-teams contributor.

In 2024, Fresch started all 12 games and recorded career highs with 52 tackles and nine passes defended, including his first career interception. He finished with 25 consecutive starts.

He was a 2024 All-AAC honorable mention and received Rice's Jess Neely Defensive Award for backs.

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NFL Career

Denver signed Fresch in June 2026 and added him to its practice squad in August.

The Broncos signed Fresch on June 16, 2026. Following final roster reductions, Denver announced his August 31 practice-squad signing.

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Career Accomplishments

Fresch earned conference recognition during his Rice career.

Rice lists Fresch as a 2024 All-AAC honorable mention and a Phil Steele All-AAC fourth-team selection. He was also selected as a third-team preseason All-AAC cornerback and punt returner by Athlon Sports in 2024.

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