Education
Braxton attended James Madison Memorial High School in Madison, Wisconsin.
Braxton attended James Madison Memorial High School in Madison, Wisconsin.
Braxton also played one season with the Miami Dolphins in 1994 and was a one time Pro Bowler in 1996, a season in which he led the National Football League in interceptions with nine. He played college football at North Dakota State University where he earned all-conference honors as a senior and was drafted by the Broncos in the 12th round of the 1987 NFL Draft, the second to last pick overall. He has a Master of Social Work from Metropolitan State University of Denver.
In 1990, Braxton had reconstructive knee surgery.
He was released after the 1993 season, after being blamed a "scapegoat" behind for a Broncos defense that finished last in the league. After a season as a backup safety with the Miami Dolphins, Braxton was re-signed by the Broncos prior to the 1995 season.
In 1996, he was tied for the lead in interceptions with Saint Louis Rams cornerback Keith Lyle with nine. In Super Bowl XXXII, he recorded a key interception from Brett Favre that set up a Broncos touchdown.
Braxton finished his 13 NFL seasons with 36 interceptions, which he returned for 617 yards and four touchdowns.
He also recorded three sacks and 10 fumble recoveries, which he returned for 106 yards.