Buffalo acquired Bryce Brown and pick No. 237, which became…
Buffalo acquired Bryce Brown and pick No. 237, which became tackle Seantrel Henderson, while Philadelphia received No. 224, used on Beau Allen, plus a conditional future fourth-rounder. Henderson started 27 games for Buffalo and gave the Bills real value, so this was not a bad return. Philadelphia still comes out ahead because Allen became a useful rotation defender and the Eagles also secured another meaningful draft asset.
Buffalo Bills Received
- player Bryce Brown
- pick 2014 7th round pick (237th overall, Seantrel Henderson)
Philadelphia Eagles Received
- pick 2014 7th round pick (224th overall, Beau Allen)
- pick 2015 4th round pick (113th overall subsequently traded, Gabe Wright )
Trade Analysis
Why the Deal Happened
Buffalo wanted another explosive running back behind its established starters and targeted Bryce Brown, who had flashed big-play ability in Philadelphia. The Eagles had LeSean McCoy atop the depth chart and were willing to convert Brown into draft capital. Buffalo also received a seventh-round pick, creating upside beyond the player acquisition.
What Each Side Actually Got
Brown played seven games for Buffalo in 2014, rushing for 126 yards and adding 176 receiving yards. His Bills tenure was brief. The more important Buffalo return became No. 237, tackle Seantrel Henderson. Henderson started all 16 games as a rookie and 27 games over four Buffalo seasons. Philadelphia used No. 224 on defensive tackle Beau Allen, a useful rotational defender, and also received a conditional future pick that became a 2015 fourth-round selection, No. 113, before the Eagles moved it.
How the Value Aged
Buffalo’s side is better than the headline “Brown trade” suggests because Henderson supplied genuine starting value from a seventh-round slot. Still, Philadelphia created two useful assets from a reserve running back. Allen contributed on the defensive line, while the future fourth-rounder retained meaningful trade and draft value. The Eagles therefore captured more total flexibility and depth from the exchange.
Why the Margin Matters
The presence of Henderson prevents a harsh grade for Buffalo. Twenty-seven starts from a seventh-rounder are substantial. Philadelphia nevertheless won by turning a surplus player into both a contributor and an additional fourth-round asset.
Final Verdict
Philadelphia Eagles Win. Philadelphia earns a B+ for multiplying Brown into two useful pieces of value. Buffalo receives a B- because Henderson’s starting run was a real success, even though Brown himself delivered little and the overall package favored the Eagles.