NFL Trade Verdict
Buffalo Bills Win
Buffalo moved up in the 2018 first round for Tremaine Edmunds, sending Baltimore pick value. Edmunds became a long-term starting linebacker for playoff teams, giving the Bills the stronger realized return.
Buffalo Bills Received
- pick 2018 1st round pick (16th overall, Tremaine Edmunds )
Baltimore Ravens Received
- pick 2018 1st round pick (22nd overall subsequently traded, Rashaan Evans ), 2018 3rd round pick (65th overall subsequently traded, Brandon Parker ) and 2018 5th round pick (154th overall subsequently traded, Siran Neal )
Trade Analysis
Baltimore received additional draft capital, so the Ravens side was not empty. Buffalo still landed the best player in the exchange. Edmunds became a clear starter and made the move-up worthwhile.