Leroy Mitchell NFL Trade History

Boston acquired Sid Blanks, Larry Carwell, Ron Caveness, and Charlie Frazier from Houston for Leroy Mitchell and a 1970 second-round pick. The four-player package supplied immediate roster depth, and Patriots records explicitly document the exchange. None of the incoming players became a long-term franchise cornerstone, however, while giving up a second-round selection reduced the value of the quantity Boston received. Houston therefore keeps the slight edge.

Denver Broncos received Leroy Mitchell, while Tennessee Titans received John Charles. Denver received Leroy Mitchell in the straight player-for-player swap. Mitchell did not create a major long-term advantage for the Broncos, leaving Denver with a modest return rather than a transformative one. In hindsight, that direct return supports a C grade for Denver Broncos. The grade reflects realized football value from this exchange rather than reputation alone.

Denver Broncos received 1975 ninth round pick (possibly #229-Gordon Riegel/Gordy Riegel) from Detroit Lions, while Detroit Lions received Leroy Mitchell in the 1974-08-29 deal. In hindsight, Denver Broncos's return did not separate far enough from Detroit Lions to justify a higher grade. The final grades are C for Denver Broncos and C for Detroit Lions, producing a verdict of Even Trade. The rating reflects the documented package, the certainty of the consideration, and the football value that can actually be assigned in hindsight.