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Chronological Timeline
2 Recorded Trades
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Trade 1 of 2
Denver Broncos and New Orleans Saints
Denver Broncos Win Tier: major
Confidence: high
Denver sent New Orleans a 2023 first-round pick and a 2024 second for the rights to hire Sean Payton, receiving Payton and a 2024 third in return. After an 8-9 debut, Payton led Denver to consecutive playoff berths, a 14-3 record, the 2025 AFC West title and an AFC Championship Game appearance. New Orleans used the first-rounder on Bryan Bresee and leveraged the second-rounder in another trade. Both sides gained value, but Denver’s franchise turnaround now wins.
Green Bay Packers Win Tier: standard
Confidence: high
New Orleans moved up from No. 45 to No. 41 for Kool-Aid McKinstry, sending Green Bay additional picks at Nos. 168 and 190. McKinstry developed into a high-level starter with 17 pass breakups and three interceptions in 2025, while the Packers landed Edgerrin Cooper at No. 45 plus two extra assets. Both teams found substantial value, but Green Bay's larger return earns the narrow win.
