NFL Trade Verdict

Even Trade

Denver acquired 1985 fifth round pick (#139-Billy Hinson) from Miami Dolphins for Larry Evans. Denver converted Larry Evans 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 Miami Dolphins lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

August 15, 1983 Denver BroncosMiami Dolphins Confidence: high Tier: minor

Denver Broncos Received

  • pick 1985 fifth round pick (#139-Billy Hinson)

Trade Summary

Denver acquired 1985 fifth round pick (#139-Billy Hinson) from Miami Dolphins for Larry Evans. Denver converted Larry Evans 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 Miami Dolphins lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

Trade Analysis

Denver acquired 1985 fifth round pick (#139-Billy Hinson) from Miami Dolphins for Larry Evans. Denver converted Larry Evans 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 Miami Dolphins lands at C based on the player value it acquired. Miami Dolphins received Larry Evans and gave up 1985 fifth round pick (#139-Billy Hinson).