NFL Trade Verdict

Buffalo Bills Win

Jacksonville traded veteran defensive tackle Marcus Stroud to Buffalo for third- and fifth-round pick value. Stroud had been a high-end player, but injuries and decline made the draft return reasonable. The Jaguars win modestly.

March 1, 2008 Buffalo Bills - Jacksonville Jaguars Confidence: high Tier: standard

Buffalo Bills Received

player Marcus Stroud

Jacksonville Jaguars Received

pick 2008 3rd round pick (71st overall subsequently traded, Tavares Gooden )
pick 2008 5th round pick (143rd overall subsequently traded, Orlando Scandrick )

Buffalo Bills

B-

Jacksonville Jaguars

Trade Analysis

Buffalo took a swing on Stroud, hoping he could stabilize the defensive line, but he did not regain his Pro Bowl form. Jacksonville recovered useful draft value for a declining veteran. That makes the Jaguars the better side in hindsight.