NFL Trade Verdict

Washington Redskins/Commanders Win

Denver acquired an undisclosed 2004 draft pick from Washington Redskins/Commanders for Lionel Dalton. Denver converted Lionel Dalton 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 Washington Redskins/Commanders lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

August 26, 2003 Denver BroncosWashington Redskins Commanders Confidence: low Tier: minor Provisional Record

Denver Broncos Received

Trade Summary

Denver acquired an undisclosed 2004 draft pick from Washington Redskins/Commanders for Lionel Dalton. Denver converted Lionel Dalton 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 Washington Redskins/Commanders lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

Trade Analysis

Denver acquired an undisclosed 2004 draft pick from Washington Redskins/Commanders for Lionel Dalton. Denver converted Lionel Dalton 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 Washington Redskins/Commanders lands at C based on the player value it acquired. Washington Redskins/Commanders received Lionel Dalton and gave up an undisclosed 2004 draft pick.