Denver Broncos Win
Denver traded defensive end Lyle Alzado to Cleveland for a package that included the second-round pick used on Rulon Jones, plus two additional selections. Moving a veteran defensive star always carries risk, but Denver converted the deal into younger front-seven talent and multiple draft bites. Rulon Jones became a two-time Pro Bowler, validating the decision in hindsight.
Denver Broncos Received
- pick 1980 second round pick (#42-Rulon Jones)
- pick 1980 fifth round pick (#136-Laval Short)
- pick 1981 third round pick (#75-Roger Taylor)
Cleveland Browns Received
- player Lyle Alzado
Trade Summary
Denver traded defensive end Lyle Alzado to Cleveland for a package that included the second-round pick used on Rulon Jones, plus two additional selections. Moving a veteran defensive star always carries risk, but Denver converted the deal into younger front-seven talent and multiple draft bites. Rulon Jones became a two-time Pro Bowler, validating the decision in hindsight.
Trade Analysis
Denver traded defensive end Lyle Alzado to Cleveland for a package that included the second-round pick used on Rulon Jones, plus two additional selections. Moving a veteran defensive star always carries risk, but Denver converted the deal into younger front-seven talent and multiple draft bites. Rulon Jones became a two-time Pro Bowler, validating the decision in hindsight. Cleveland Browns received Lyle Alzado and gave up 1980 second round pick (#42-Rulon Jones); 1980 fifth round pick (#136-Laval Short); 1981 third round pick (#75-Roger Taylor).