NFL Trade Verdict

Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts Win

Denver acquired 1980 eighth round pick (#197-Don Coleman (c)) from Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts for Bucky Dilts. Denver converted Bucky Dilts 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 Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

August 21, 1979 Denver BroncosBaltimore Indianapolis Colts Confidence: high Tier: minor

Denver Broncos Received

  • pick 1980 eighth round pick (#197-Don Coleman (c))

Trade Summary

Denver acquired 1980 eighth round pick (#197-Don Coleman (c)) from Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts for Bucky Dilts. Denver converted Bucky Dilts 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 Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

Trade Analysis

Denver acquired 1980 eighth round pick (#197-Don Coleman (c)) from Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts for Bucky Dilts. Denver converted Bucky Dilts 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 Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts lands at C based on the player value it acquired. Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts received Bucky Dilts and gave up 1980 eighth round pick (#197-Don Coleman (c)).