Denver Broncos received Godwin Turk, while New York Jets…
Denver Broncos received Godwin Turk, while New York Jets received 1977 fifth round pick (#129-Gary Gregory). Godwin Turk gave Denver three seasons of linebacker depth, appearing in 42 regular-season games from 1976 through 1978 and contributing to the 1977 AFC championship team. The fifth-round selection became Gary Gregory, who did not create comparable NFL value for New York. That outcome supports a B grade for Denver Broncos, a C for New York Jets, and a Denver Broncos Win verdict.
Denver Broncos Received
- player Godwin Turk
New York Jets Received
- pick 1977 fifth round pick (#129-Gary Gregory)
Trade Analysis
The Exchange
Denver Broncos received Godwin Turk, and New York Jets received 1977 fifth round pick (#129-Gary Gregory). Godwin Turk gave Denver three seasons of linebacker depth, appearing in 42 regular-season games from 1976 through 1978 and contributing to the 1977 AFC championship team. The fifth-round selection became Gary Gregory, who did not create comparable NFL value for New York. Because this was a minor transaction, the grades should reflect realized roster or draft value without overstating the stakes.
Denver Broncos Return
Denver Broncos received Godwin Turk, while New York Jets received 1977 fifth round pick (#129-Gary Gregory). Godwin Turk gave Denver three seasons of linebacker depth, appearing in 42 regular-season games from 1976 through 1978 and contributing to the 1977 AFC championship team. The fifth-round selection became Gary Gregory, who did not create comparable NFL value for New York. That outcome supports a B grade for Denver Broncos, a C for New York Jets, and a Denver Broncos Win verdict.
New York Titans/Jets Return
New York Jets received 1977 fifth round pick (#129-Gary Gregory) and sent Godwin Turk to Denver Broncos. Godwin Turk gave Denver three seasons of linebacker depth, appearing in 42 regular-season games from 1976 through 1978 and contributing to the 1977 AFC championship team. The fifth-round selection became Gary Gregory, who did not create comparable NFL value for New York. On balance, New York Jets earns a C, Denver Broncos earns a B, and the hindsight verdict is Denver Broncos Win.
Value in Hindsight
The difference between the two sides is therefore based on actual results and the scale of the deal. Where the historical record leaves a detail unresolved, the evaluation stays conservative rather than guessing. That is especially important for older minor trades, where the transaction itself can be verified even when every downstream branch cannot.
Final Verdict
The final call is Denver Broncos Win. Denver Broncos receives a B, while New York Jets receives a C. Those grades match the documented package and the subsequent value created by each return. The transaction belongs in the minor tier, but the available evidence is sufficient for a complete hindsight judgment.