Steve Ramsey

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.

Denver acquired Steve Ramsey from New Orleans Saints for 1972 fourth round pick (#83-Tim Kearney). Denver paid draft capital for Steve Ramsey, making this a targeted personnel acquisition instead of a pure pick shuffle. The Broncos grade of C reflects the balance between immediate roster help and the opportunity cost of the pick sent to New Orleans Saints.