Seth Olsen
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Career Summary
Seth Olsen was an Iowa offensive lineman selected by Denver in the 2009 NFL Draft.
The Omaha native became a three-year Iowa starter and twice earned All-Big Ten recognition before entering the NFL.
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Early Life
Olsen grew up in Omaha, Nebraska.
Denver's 2009 guide lists Omaha as his hometown and records his December 17, 1985 birth date.
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High School
Olsen attended Millard North High School in Omaha.
A three-year starter, he helped Millard North to a 36-2 record, three undefeated conference seasons and the 2003 Nebraska state championship.
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College Career
Olsen played 48 games and started 34 for Iowa.
He started at both guard positions and right tackle. As a senior in 2008, he earned first-team All-Big Ten recognition while opening 11 games at right guard.
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Path to the NFL
Denver selected Olsen in the fourth round of the 2009 NFL Draft.
The Broncos chose him 132nd overall after he helped Iowa win the 2009 Outback Bowl.
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NFL Career
Olsen appeared in three games for Denver as a rookie in 2009.
The official NFL statistics page records his three Broncos appearances that season.
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Career Accomplishments
Olsen earned first-team All-Big Ten and All-America recognition as a senior at Iowa.
He also received Iowa's Coaches Appreciation Award on offense and was one of four senior members of the team's Leadership Group in 2008.
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Playing Style
Olsen's college career showed versatility across the offensive line.
Iowa used him at right tackle and both guard positions, including a 2007 move between tackle and guard during games.
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