Even Trades

The Rams' trade for Myles Garrett belongs in the modern blockbuster tier because Los Angeles acquired the rarest piece in the deal: a proven elite pass rusher. Cleveland received a serious return with Jared Verse and premium picks, but the Rams won the known-player side while the Browns accepted future-dependent value. The Browns did not get fleeced, but Los Angeles acquired the proven superstar while Cleveland accepted the risk of future conversion.

Cleveland Browns acquired 2026 5th round pick (149th overall, Justin Jefferson) from Cincinnati Bengals for Joe Flacco and 2026 6th round pick (199th overall subsequently traded, Emmanuel Henderson). The available record does not show enough separation to call a clear long-term winner.

Green Bay made the rare modern move that deserves an aggressive winning grade: the Packers acquired Micah Parsons from Dallas for Kenny Clark and first-round picks in 2026 and 2027. Dallas received real value, but Green Bay landed the rarest asset in the deal: an elite, prime pass rusher who can change a defense immediately and raise a contender's ceiling.

Jacksonville Jaguars acquired 2025 1st round pick (2nd overall, Travis Hunter), 2025 4th round pick (104th overall, Bhayshul Tuten) and 2025 6th round pick (200th overall, Rayuan Lane) from Cleveland Browns for 2025 1st round pick (5th overall, Mason Graham), 2025 2nd round pick (36th overall, Quinshon Judkins), 2025 4th round pick (126th overall, Dylan Sampson) and 2026 1st round pick (24th overall, KC Concepcion). The available record does not show enough separation to call a clear long-term winner.

Atlanta Falcons acquired 2024 2nd round pick (35th overall, Ruke Orhorhoro); 2024 6th round pick (186th overall, Jase McClellan) from Arizona Cardinals for 2024 2nd round pick (43rd overall, Max Melton); 2024 3rd round pick (79th overall subsequently traded, Matt Goncalves). The available record does not show enough separation to call a clear long-term winner.

Carolina Panthers acquired 2024 1st round pick (32nd overall, Xavier Legette) and 2024 6th round pick (200th overall, Jaden Crumedy) from Buffalo Bills for 2024 2nd round pick (33rd overall, Keon Coleman) and 2024 5th round pick (141st overall, Sedrick Van Pran-Granger). The available record does not show enough separation to call a clear long-term winner.

Buffalo Bills acquired 2025 second-round pick (#56 overall subsequently packaged in trade up for T.J. Sanders); 2025 2nd round pick (56th overall subsequently traded, Ozzy Trapilo) from Houston Texans for Stefon Diggs, 2024 sixth-round pick (#189 overall), and 2025 fifth-round pick (#166 overall subsequently traded, Tory Horton); Draft-pick compensation details unavailable from source data. The available record does not show enough separation to call a clear long-term winner.

Atlanta Falcons acquired Rondale Moore from Arizona Cardinals for Desmond Ridder. The available record does not show enough separation to call a clear long-term winner.

Seattle Seahawks acquired Leonard Williams from New York Giants for 2024 2nd round pick (47th overall, Tyler Nubin); 2025 5th round pick (154th overall, Marcus Mbow). The available record does not show enough separation to call a clear long-term winner.

Atlanta Falcons acquired 2024 6th round pick (197th overall, Zion Logue) from Cleveland Browns for Deion Jones; 2024 7th round pick (230th overall subsequently traded, Michael Jurgens). The available record does not show enough separation to call a clear long-term winner.

Jacksonville Jaguars acquired 2022 6th round pick (197th overall, Gregory Junior) from Philadelphia Eagles for Gardner Minshew. The available record does not show enough separation to call a clear long-term winner.

Miami Dolphins acquired DeAndre Washington and 2021 7th round pick (258th overall subsequently traded, Dax Milne) from Kansas City Chiefs for 2021 6th round pick (207th overall subsequently traded, Jonathan Marshall). The available record does not show enough separation to call a clear long-term winner.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers acquired Steve McLendon and 2023 7th round pick (230th overall subsequently traded, Nick Broeker) from New York Jets for 2022 6th round pick (206th overall subsequently traded, Matt Henningsen). The stronger recorded return sits with Tampa Bay Buccaneers, matching the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Win verdict.

Seattle traded up to No. 64 for D.K. Metcalf, sending New England the picks tied to Chase Winovich and Hjalte Froholdt. Metcalf became a true top-tier receiver, making this a clear Seahawks win.

Tampa Bay moved DeSean Jackson and a future seventh for the pick that became Scott Miller. Jackson's second Eagles stint was limited, while Miller became a useful role receiver on a Super Bowl roster.

Arizona Cardinals acquired 2018 7th round pick (238th overall subsequently traded, Zach Sieler) from Baltimore Ravens for Tony Bergstrom. The available record does not show enough separation to call a clear long-term winner.

Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns land in even-trade territory. The final grade profile (Miami Dolphins C, Cleveland Browns C) shows useful value on both sides without enough separation for a clear winner.

Chicago Bears acquired 2016 4th round pick (127th overall, Deiondre' Hall) from New England Patriots for Martellus Bennett and 2016 6th round pick (204th overall subsequently traded, Jordan Lucas). New England Patriots received the stronger long-term football value, matching the New England Patriots Win verdict.

Minnesota Vikings and Atlanta Falcons land in even-trade territory. The final grade profile (Minnesota Vikings A, Atlanta Falcons A) shows useful value on both sides without enough separation for a clear winner.

Philadelphia moved down from No. 22 to No. 26 in the 2014 first round and added third-round value, while Cleveland moved up for Johnny Manziel. Neither side turned the exchange into the expected first-round value. This grades as even.

Philadelphia acquired DeMeco Ryans and 2012 3rd round pick (88th overall, Nick Foles) from Houston Texans for 2012 3rd round pick (76th overall, Brandon Brooks) and 2012 4th round pick (99th overall, Ben Jones).

Joe Flacco at 18 delivered the franchise's second Lombardi (Super Bowl XLVII MVP) and 11 years of stability. Cost was steep – picks became Duane Brown (future Hall of Fame LT) and Steve Slaton (1,200-yard rookie) – but the ring tilts it Baltimore.

Atlanta Falcons acquired Chris Chandler from Tennessee Titans for 1997 4th round pick (98th overall, Derrick Mason); 1997 6th round pick (165th overall subsequently traded, Nick Savoie). Atlanta got Chris Chandler's Super Bowl-era value, while Tennessee turned the return into Derrick Mason value. Both sides can justify strong grades.