NFL Trade Verdict

Denver Broncos Win

Denver acquired Eddie Ray; 1973 third round pick (#70-John Wood (a)) from San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers in exchange for Dave Costa (a). Denver converted Dave Costa (a) 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 San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

August 1, 1972 Denver BroncosSan Diego Los Angeles Chargers Confidence: high Tier: standard

Denver Broncos Received

Trade Summary

Denver acquired Eddie Ray; 1973 third round pick (#70-John Wood (a)) from San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers in exchange for Dave Costa (a). Denver converted Dave Costa (a) 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 San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

Trade Analysis

Denver acquired Eddie Ray; 1973 third round pick (#70-John Wood (a)) from San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers in exchange for Dave Costa (a). Denver converted Dave Costa (a) 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 San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers lands at C based on the player value it acquired. San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers received Dave Costa (a) and gave up Eddie Ray; 1973 third round pick (#70-John Wood (a)).