NFL Trade Verdict

Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams Win

Denver traded Aqib Talib to the Rams for a fifth-round pick, moving a veteran cornerback and contract from the roster. This was more cap-and-window management than talent maximization. The Rams got useful veteran play, while Denver received modest draft value and flexibility.

March 14, 2018 Denver BroncosLos Angeles St Louis Rams Confidence: high Tier: standard

Denver Broncos Received

Trade Summary

Denver traded Aqib Talib to the Rams for a fifth-round pick, moving a veteran cornerback and contract from the roster. This was more cap-and-window management than talent maximization. The Rams got useful veteran play, while Denver received modest draft value and flexibility.

Trade Analysis

Denver traded Aqib Talib to the Rams for a fifth-round pick, moving a veteran cornerback and contract from the roster. This was more cap-and-window management than talent maximization. The Rams got useful veteran play, while Denver received modest draft value and flexibility. Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams received Aqib Talib and gave up 2018 5th round pick (160th overall subsequently traded, Ogbonnia Okoronkwo).