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Chronological Timeline
2 Recorded Trades
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Trade 1 of 2
Detroit Lions and Kansas City Chiefs
Kansas City Chiefs Win Tier: major
Confidence: high
Kansas City moved from No. 17 to No. 15 in 2008 and also received pick 76, selecting tackle Branden Albert and tight end Brad Cottam. Albert became a six-year Chiefs starter and Pro Bowler before Kansas City later traded him to Miami. Detroit took tackle Gosder Cherilus at No. 17 and also received later selections, producing solid value on both sides but leaving Kansas City with the best player in the exchange.
Miami Dolphins Win Tier: standard
Confidence: high
Detroit traded picks No. 66 and No. 176 to Miami for No. 64 and selected running back Kevin Smith. Smith gave the Lions 2,346 rushing yards and 17 rushing touchdowns across five seasons. Miami selected defensive end Kendall Langford, who became a durable four-year starter, plus Jalen Parmele. Both sides received real value, but Langford's sustained starting role gives the Dolphins a narrow edge.
