NFL Trade Verdict

Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans Win

Denver acquired 1971 eighth round pick (#187-Tom Beard) from Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans for Tom Smiley. Denver converted Tom Smiley into draft capital, a practical roster-management decision rather than a franchise-shaping swing. The Broncos grade stays at C because the return was useful but limited, while Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

October 27, 1970 Denver BroncosHouston Oilers Tennessee Titans Confidence: high Tier: minor

Denver Broncos Received

Trade Summary

Denver acquired 1971 eighth round pick (#187-Tom Beard) from Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans for Tom Smiley. Denver converted Tom Smiley into draft capital, a practical roster-management decision rather than a franchise-shaping swing. The Broncos grade stays at C because the return was useful but limited, while Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

Trade Analysis

Denver acquired 1971 eighth round pick (#187-Tom Beard) from Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans for Tom Smiley. Denver converted Tom Smiley into draft capital, a practical roster-management decision rather than a franchise-shaping swing. The Broncos grade stays at C because the return was useful but limited, while Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans lands at C based on the player value it acquired. Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans received Tom Smiley and gave up 1971 eighth round pick (#187-Tom Beard).