Indianapolis traded the 182nd pick to New England for…
Indianapolis traded the 182nd pick to New England for selections 212 and 213, using them on Dezmon Patmon and Jordan Glasgow. The Patriots selected Michael Onwenu at No. 182. Patmon and Glasgow filled limited roles, while Onwenu became one of New England's best offensive linemen, starting at guard and tackle and eventually earning a multi-year contract to remain with the Patriots. New England won decisively.
Indianapolis Colts Received
- pick 2020 6th round pick (212th overall, Dezmon Patmon)
- pick 2020 6th round pick (213th overall, Jordan Glasgow)
New England Patriots Received
- pick 2020 6th round pick (182nd overall, Michael Onwenu )
Trade Analysis
What Changed Hands
The Colts sent pick 182 to New England for Nos. 212 and 213. Indianapolis used the two selections on wide receiver Dezmon Patmon and linebacker Jordan Glasgow. The Patriots used No. 182 on Michigan offensive lineman Michael Onwenu, a player who had lasted deep into the sixth round despite experience against high-level Big Ten competition.
Why the Value Separated
Onwenu immediately changed the evaluation. He became a starter as a rookie and proved capable of playing both right guard and right tackle, giving New England uncommon versatility from a sixth-round selection. His performance was durable enough that the Patriots later prioritized retaining him on a multi-year contract, treating him as one of the roster's key homegrown offensive linemen.
How the Deal Aged
Indianapolis did not get nothing from the extra volume. Glasgow contributed on special teams and Patmon spent time developing as a large developmental receiver, but neither became a consistent starter or major contributor. The theoretical advantage of two late picks vanished because New England landed a player with legitimate long-term starter value at No. 182.
Final Verdict
New England receives an A+ and the decisive win; Indianapolis gets a D+. The Patriots paid a modest move-up price and found one of the best late-round players in the 2020 class. The Colts' decision to add two selections was reasonable process, but the actual players did not approach Onwenu's impact. Realized value makes this result lopsided. The grade also accounts for acquisition cost, length of useful service, positional importance, and whether later draft movement created tangible roster value rather than merely theoretical capital.