[1] Bronson went undrafted in the 1997 NFL draft, and subsequently signed with the San Francisco 49ers.

The following year, Bronson, splitting playing time with Tim McDonald at safety, led the team in interceptions with four.

[3] He played professionally for eight seasons,[4] but suffered a neck injury that hampered his performance and eventually led to his retirement.

Bronson ended his career with 191 tackles, 19 interceptions (two returned for touchdowns) and 32 passes defended.

[2] Bronson started coaching in 2007 as a graduate assistant for his alma mater, McNeese State.