NFL Trade Verdict

Even Trade

Denver acquired 1973 fifth round pick (#106-Dave Reavis) from New Orleans Saints for John Huard. Denver converted John Huard 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 New Orleans Saints lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

April 12, 1971 Denver BroncosNew Orleans Saints Confidence: high Tier: minor

Denver Broncos Received

  • pick 1973 fifth round pick (#106-Dave Reavis)

Trade Summary

Denver acquired 1973 fifth round pick (#106-Dave Reavis) from New Orleans Saints for John Huard. Denver converted John Huard 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 New Orleans Saints lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

Trade Analysis

Denver acquired 1973 fifth round pick (#106-Dave Reavis) from New Orleans Saints for John Huard. Denver converted John Huard 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 New Orleans Saints lands at C based on the player value it acquired. New Orleans Saints received John Huard and gave up 1973 fifth round pick (#106-Dave Reavis).