Craig Morton

Denver acquired Craig Morton from the Giants for Steve Ramsey and a fifth-round pick, adding the veteran quarterback who helped lead the Broncos to their first Super Bowl appearance. Morton's arrival changed Denver's immediate ceiling. Within ten months, he helped guide the Broncos to their first Super Bowl appearance, giving the Orange Crush defense enough veteran quarterback stability to turn a strong roster into an AFC champion. Before John Elway, this was arguably the most impactful single-season quarterback acquisition in Broncos history.