Denver Broncos Win
Denver acquired defensive lineman John Franklin-Myers from the Jets for a future sixth-round pick, adding a proven front-seven contributor at a low acquisition cost. This was a sharp value play. Franklin-Myers brought established NFL production and versatility for the price of a late future pick, giving Denver immediate defensive-line help without sacrificing premium draft capital. The Jets’ side was more about cap and roster flexibility than pure player value.
Denver Broncos Received
- player John Franklin-Myers
New York Jets Received
- pick 2026 6th round pick (211th overall subsequently traded, Ryan Eckley )
Trade Summary
Denver acquired defensive lineman John Franklin-Myers from the Jets for a future sixth-round pick, adding a proven front-seven contributor at a low acquisition cost. This was a sharp value play. Franklin-Myers brought established NFL production and versatility for the price of a late future pick, giving Denver immediate defensive-line help without sacrificing premium draft capital. The Jets’ side was more about cap and roster flexibility than pure player value.
Trade Analysis
Denver acquired defensive lineman John Franklin-Myers from the Jets for a future sixth-round pick, adding a proven front-seven contributor at a low acquisition cost. This was a sharp value play. Franklin-Myers brought established NFL production and versatility for the price of a late future pick, giving Denver immediate defensive-line help without sacrificing premium draft capital. The Jets’ side was more about cap and roster flexibility than pure player value. New York Jets received 2026 6th round pick (211th overall subsequently traded, Ryan Eckley) and gave up John Franklin-Myers.