TradeVerdicts connects Dominic Raiola to 3 exact
public NFL transactions involving Buffalo Bills, Denver Broncos, Detroit Lions, New England Patriots, and Pittsburgh Steelers.
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Chronological Timeline
3 Recorded Trades
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Trade 1 of 3
Buffalo Bills and Denver Broncos
Buffalo Bills Win Tier: standard
Confidence: high
Buffalo sent the 51st pick to Denver and received Nos. 58 and 110, selecting running back Travis Henry and linebacker Brandon Spoon. Henry became a Pro Bowler and rushed for 6,086 career yards with 38 touchdowns. Denver used No. 51 on defensive end Paul Toviessi, whose professional career never produced comparable on-field value. The Bills turned one second-round slot into a productive featured back plus an additional starter-level opportunity.
New England Patriots Win Tier: standard
Confidence: high
New England moved up two spots in the 2001 second round and selected tackle Matt Light, while Detroit turned the return into center Dominic Raiola and linebacker Jason Glenn. Light started 153 games and won three Super Bowls with New England. Raiola was also an exceptional long-term return, appearing in 219 games and starting 203. The Patriots win narrowly because Light paired elite durability with championship-level value.
Pittsburgh Steelers Win Tier: standard
Confidence: high
Pittsburgh moved from No. 50 to No. 39 in the 2001 second round and selected linebacker Kendrell Bell. New England received Nos. 50 and 112, then used both selections in subsequent trade-ups. Bell played 90 NFL games and recorded 20.5 sacks, giving Pittsburgh a substantial direct return. The Patriots created useful trade currency, but the Steelers receive the better grade for converting the deal immediately into a productive defensive starter.
