NFL Trade Verdict

Even Trade

Denver acquired 2017 5th round pick (163rd overall subsequently traded, Matt Milano) from New England Patriots for AJ Derby. Denver converted AJ Derby 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 New England Patriots lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

October 25, 2016 Denver BroncosNew England Patriots Confidence: high Tier: minor

Denver Broncos Received

  • pick 2017 5th round pick (163rd overall subsequently traded, Matt Milano )

Trade Summary

Denver acquired 2017 5th round pick (163rd overall subsequently traded, Matt Milano) from New England Patriots for AJ Derby. Denver converted AJ Derby 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 New England Patriots lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

Trade Analysis

Denver acquired 2017 5th round pick (163rd overall subsequently traded, Matt Milano) from New England Patriots for AJ Derby. Denver converted AJ Derby 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 New England Patriots lands at C based on the player value it acquired. New England Patriots received AJ Derby and gave up 2017 5th round pick (163rd overall subsequently traded, Matt Milano).