NFL Trade Verdict

Even Trade

Denver acquired 1999 5th round pick (158th overall, David Bowens) from Dallas Cowboys for Kendall Watkins. Denver converted Kendall Watkins 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 Dallas Cowboys lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

August 19, 1998 Denver BroncosDallas Cowboys Confidence: high Tier: minor

Denver Broncos Received

Trade Summary

Denver acquired 1999 5th round pick (158th overall, David Bowens) from Dallas Cowboys for Kendall Watkins. Denver converted Kendall Watkins 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 Dallas Cowboys lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

Trade Analysis

Denver acquired 1999 5th round pick (158th overall, David Bowens) from Dallas Cowboys for Kendall Watkins. Denver converted Kendall Watkins 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 Dallas Cowboys lands at C based on the player value it acquired. Dallas Cowboys received Kendall Watkins and gave up 1999 5th round pick (158th overall, David Bowens).