Denver Broncos Win
Denver acquired the rights to John Elway from Baltimore for Chris Hinton, Mark Herrmann, and a 1984 first-round pick, landing the quarterback who would define the franchise. The defining transaction in Broncos history. Denver surrendered Pro Bowl tackle Chris Hinton, quarterback Mark Herrmann, and a 1984 first-round pick that became Ron Solt to acquire John Elway's rights. Hinton became a seven-time Pro Bowler, so the Colts did not receive empty value, but Elway delivered five Super Bowl appearances, two championships, and a 16-year Hall of Fame career that transformed the franchise.
Denver Broncos Received
- other rights to John Elway
Baltimore Indianapolis Colts Received
- player Chris Hinton
- player Mark Herrmann
- pick 1984 first round pick (#19-Ron Solt)
Trade Summary
Denver acquired the rights to John Elway from Baltimore for Chris Hinton, Mark Herrmann, and a 1984 first-round pick, landing the quarterback who would define the franchise. The defining transaction in Broncos history. Denver surrendered Pro Bowl tackle Chris Hinton, quarterback Mark Herrmann, and a 1984 first-round pick that became Ron Solt to acquire John Elway's rights. Hinton became a seven-time Pro Bowler, so the Colts did not receive empty value, but Elway delivered five Super Bowl appearances, two championships, and a 16-year Hall of Fame career that transformed the franchise.
Trade Analysis
Denver acquired the rights to John Elway from Baltimore for Chris Hinton, Mark Herrmann, and a 1984 first-round pick, landing the quarterback who would define the franchise. The defining transaction in Broncos history. Denver surrendered Pro Bowl tackle Chris Hinton, quarterback Mark Herrmann, and a 1984 first-round pick that became Ron Solt to acquire John Elway's rights. Hinton became a seven-time Pro Bowler, so the Colts did not receive empty value, but Elway delivered five Super Bowl appearances, two championships, and a 16-year Hall of Fame career that transformed the franchise. Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts received Chris Hinton; Mark Herrmann; 1984 first round pick (#19-Ron Solt) and gave up rights to John Elway.