Broncos entertaining idea of trading down - The Orange Mane

SoCalBronco · 04-23-2008, 02:28 AM

Sources: Broncos entertaining idea of trading down for draft
By The Denver Post
Article Last Updated: 04/22/2008 11:49:31 PM MDT

Once the Buffalo Bills make their choice at No. 11 during the NFL draft Saturday, the Broncos will have 10 minutes to decide what to do with the No. 12 selection.

Not making a pick remains a strong possibility.

According to two NFL sources, the Broncos continue to explore trading down from No. 12. As of Tuesday, no deal was imminent, and executing a draft-pick deal during their 10-minute slot won't be easy. But the Broncos will try.

Logical trade partners would be the Houston Texans, who have the No. 18 pick, and the Dallas Cowboys, who have two first-round selections: Nos. 22 and 28.

Moving down from No. 12 is one of two potential trades the Broncos are discussing before the draft begins at 1 p.m. Saturday with commissioner
Roger Goodell announcing the Miami Dolphins have used their No. 1 pick to select left tackle Jake Long.

The other potential Broncos deal would be for defensive tackle Dewayne Robertson. Trade talks with the New York Jets for Robertson have been inert in recent weeks but are not dead.

The Jets had been seeking two draft picks in exchange for Robertson, who also has drawn interest from Philadelphia.

The Broncos won't surrender nearly that much, because they believe the Jets' intention is to release Robertson before he is due a $3 million roster bonus June 3, which in turn would essentially trigger a $6.8 million salary for 2008.

The Broncos were in a similar situation last month with Javon Walker. They tried to trade the wide receiver before a large roster bonus was due but wound up releasing him because no team would surrender a draft pick.

Plan B.

The Broncos wouldn't be overly disappointed if they were unable to trade their No. 12 pick.

The players they are considering for that spot include running backs Jonathan Stewart of Oregon and Illinois' Rashard Mendenhall; offensive tackles Ryan Clady of Boise State, Virginia's Branden Albert, Vanderbilt's Chris Williams, and Boston College's Gosder Cherilus; and Miami safety Kenny Phillips.

Williams was a college teammate of Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler's.

Paymah holding.

As a precaution against the slight possibility of a draft-day trade, Broncos cornerback Karl Paymah will wait until after the draft before signing the team's tender of $927,000.

Waiting until after the draft, when trades are more likely, is a common tactic among restricted free agents. Paymah doesn't want to be traded, and teams cannot deal players who are not officially under contract.

Mike Klis, The Denver Post
http://www.denverpost.com/broncos/ci_9018665

SoCalBronco · 04-23-2008, 02:31 AM

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Originally Posted by SoCalBronco

According to two NFL sources, the Broncos continue to explore trading down from No. 12.

footstepsfrom#27 · 04-23-2008, 03:38 AM

Stay put Mike. You're going to outsmart yourself once again.

broncos-rock · 04-23-2008, 08:16 AM

That little tidbit about Paymah....does that mean that Foxy wants to get traded because he signed his tender before the draft!!!

Drek · 04-23-2008, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by broncos-rock

That little tidbit about Paymah....does that mean that Foxy wants to get traded because he signed his tender before the draft!!!

I think its more that Foxworth is open to being traded, not so much actively seeking it, while Paymah would like to remain a Bronco another season.

no-pseudo-fan · 04-23-2008, 08:50 AM

The department of mis-information is hard at work.

Ratboy · 04-23-2008, 09:21 AM

Sweet! Paymah wants to stay a Bronco. He is a better CB than Foxworth, Hopefully we can get a 3rd for Foxworth.

****

TheDave · 04-23-2008, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by SoCalBronco

The players they are considering for that spot include running backs Jonathan Stewart of Oregon and Illinois' Rashard Mendenhall; offensive tackles Ryan Clady of Boise State, Virginia's Branden Albert, Vanderbilt's Chris Williams, and Boston College's Gosder Cherilus; and Miami safety Kenny Phillips.

I might have to become a raider fan if we waste the 12th pich on Kenny Phillips

Broncoman13 · 04-23-2008, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by TheDave

I might have to become a raider fan if we waste the 12th pich on Kenny Phillips

You should feel really dirty for even saying that!!!

Requiem · 04-23-2008, 10:38 AM

Well, I'm glad that this article reinforced what I told you last night SoCal!

azbroncfan · 04-23-2008, 10:38 AM

I think the Allen trade might make the possiblity of Clady at 12 if KC goes for Vernon G.

epicSocialism4tw · 04-23-2008, 10:49 AM

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The players they are considering for that spot include running backs Jonathan Stewart of Oregon and Illinois' Rashard Mendenhall; offensive tackles Ryan Clady of Boise State, Virginia's Branden Albert, Vanderbilt's Chris Williams, and Boston College's Gosder Cherilus; and Miami safety Kenny Phillips.

Well, we wont be drafting any of these guys.

Dempsey Dog · 04-23-2008, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by azbroncfan

I think the Allen trade might make the possiblity of Clady at 12 if KC goes for Vernon G.

I think the trade gives them some flexibility. They may be even more inclined to get a LT 5th and then with the Vikes pick draft Merling. Or as you suggested, get VG and them somebody like Cherilus, or Otah or Williams if they slip, at 17.

I think the Chiefs made a good trade here. Too bad for their fans that they will now do something stupid.

rovolution · 04-23-2008, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Dempsey Dog

I think the trade gives them some flexibility. They may be even more inclined to get a LT 5th and then with the Vikes pick draft Merling. Or as you suggested, get VG and them somebody like Cherilus, or Otah or Williams if they slip, at 17.

I think the Chiefs made a good trade here. Too bad for their fans that they will now do something stupid.

DeShean Jackson and Kenny Phillips!!!

socalorado · 04-23-2008, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by angryllama

Well, we wont be drafting any of these guys.

Yeah, notice who's name is conspicuously missing from that list?!?!?!
This place is going to go freaking crazy if a certian LB from the southern california area gets drafted at #12.

Spider · 04-23-2008, 10:56 AM

what ever Shanny does is ok by me .......

Dempsey Dog · 04-23-2008, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by rovolution

DeShean Jackson and Kenny Phillips!!!

--- As Bronc fans, gotta love those Wonder Twins, Hermy & Carly driving the good ship lolly pop....Chitanic.

Kaylore · 04-23-2008, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by SoCalBronco

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It is most commonly deployed in a canister, usually as a grenade. The grenade releases a very dense cloud of smoke designed to fill the surrounding area even in light wind. They have also been used by ships.

Whereas smoke screens would originally have been used to hide movement from enemies' line of sight, modern technology means that they are now also available in new forms; they can screen in the infrared as well as visible spectrum of light to prevent detection by infrared sensors or viewers, and also available for vehicles is a superdense form used to prevent laser beams of enemy target designators or range finders on vehicles.

lex · 04-23-2008, 11:18 AM

1. Its only logical if Dallas has a reason to trade up. We've discussed this numerous times here dating back several months. Welcome to 3 months ago, Klis.

2. It has since been reported that Robertson visited the Eagles a month ago. Once again, way to be timely, Klis.

This is the best this guy can do?

broncofan2438 · 04-23-2008, 11:21 AM

Don't see any major signings this time, unfortunately

SonOfLe-loLang · 04-23-2008, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by socalorado

Yeah, notice who's name is conspicuously missing from that list?!?!?!
This place is going to go freaking crazy if a certian LB from the southern california area gets drafted at #12.

Yeah, it would kind of annoy me too as I'd assume they'd be drafting him with the thought of DJ bolting next season. But if DJ has a great season again at WLB, then they'll have to resign him, leaving a guy like Rivers with no job. Just ask Terry Pierce.

PaintballCLE · 04-23-2008, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by TheDave

I might have to become a raider fan if we waste the 12th pich on Kenny Phillips

AH......BAN HIM FOR LIFE!

footstepsfrom#27 · 04-23-2008, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by lex

1. Its only logical if Dallas has a reason to trade up. We've discussed this numerous times here dating back several months. Welcome to 3 months ago, Klis.

A rumor is floating around down here that Dallas wants Mendenhall and is interested in trading up with Denver to get him. I think it's a smokescreen but that's what's going around.

TheDave · 04-23-2008, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by I bleed orange and blue

AH......BAN HIM FOR LIFE!

Yeah i might have gone a little overboard there...

TheDave · 04-23-2008, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by footstepsfrom#27

A rumor is floating around down here that Dallas wants Mendenhall and is interested in trading up with Denver to get him. I think it's a smokescreen but that's what's going around.

from your mouth to gods ears....

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04-23-2008, 02:28 AM	#1
SoCalBronco Nixonite Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Arcadia, CA Posts: 33,319 Adopt-a-Bronco: D.J. Williams	Broncos entertaining idea of trading down Sources: Broncos entertaining idea of trading down for draft By The Denver Post Article Last Updated: 04/22/2008 11:49:31 PM MDT Once the Buffalo Bills make their choice at No. 11 during the NFL draft Saturday, the Broncos will have 10 minutes to decide what to do with the No. 12 selection. Not making a pick remains a strong possibility. According to two NFL sources, the Broncos continue to explore trading down from No. 12. As of Tuesday, no deal was imminent, and executing a draft-pick deal during their 10-minute slot won't be easy. But the Broncos will try. Logical trade partners would be the Houston Texans, who have the No. 18 pick, and the Dallas Cowboys, who have two first-round selections: Nos. 22 and 28. Moving down from No. 12 is one of two potential trades the Broncos are discussing before the draft begins at 1 p.m. Saturday with commissioner Roger Goodell announcing the Miami Dolphins have used their No. 1 pick to select left tackle Jake Long. The other potential Broncos deal would be for defensive tackle Dewayne Robertson. Trade talks with the New York Jets for Robertson have been inert in recent weeks but are not dead. The Jets had been seeking two draft picks in exchange for Robertson, who also has drawn interest from Philadelphia. The Broncos won't surrender nearly that much, because they believe the Jets' intention is to release Robertson before he is due a $3 million roster bonus June 3, which in turn would essentially trigger a $6.8 million salary for 2008. The Broncos were in a similar situation last month with Javon Walker. They tried to trade the wide receiver before a large roster bonus was due but wound up releasing him because no team would surrender a draft pick. Plan B. The Broncos wouldn't be overly disappointed if they were unable to trade their No. 12 pick. The players they are considering for that spot include running backs Jonathan Stewart of Oregon and Illinois' Rashard Mendenhall; offensive tackles Ryan Clady of Boise State, Virginia's Branden Albert, Vanderbilt's Chris Williams, and Boston College's Gosder Cherilus; and Miami safety Kenny Phillips. Williams was a college teammate of Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler's. Paymah holding. As a precaution against the slight possibility of a draft-day trade, Broncos cornerback Karl Paymah will wait until after the draft before signing the team's tender of $927,000. Waiting until after the draft, when trades are more likely, is a common tactic among restricted free agents. Paymah doesn't want to be traded, and teams cannot deal players who are not officially under contract. Mike Klis, The Denver Post http://www.denverpost.com/broncos/ci_9018665 __________________ ITS A PLAYOFF HOCKEY NIGHT IN PITTSBURGH!

04-23-2008, 03:38 AM	#3
footstepsfrom#27 helmet to helmet hitter Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Arlington, TX Posts: 16,122 Adopt-a-Bronco: Joe Mays	Stay put Mike. You're going to outsmart yourself once again.

04-23-2008, 08:16 AM	#4
broncos-rock Ring of Famer Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 1,285	That little tidbit about Paymah....does that mean that Foxy wants to get traded because he signed his tender before the draft!!!

04-23-2008, 08:50 AM	#6
no-pseudo-fan True Orange & Blue Follow me... Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: EPT Posts: 2,136 Adopt-a-Bronco: Hidalgo	The department of mis-information is hard at work.

04-23-2008, 10:38 AM	#10
Requiem ~~~ ~ ~ ~ Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Earth Division Posts: 19,612 Adopt-a-Bronco: Gilgamesh	Well, I'm glad that this article reinforced what I told you last night SoCal!

04-23-2008, 10:38 AM	#11
azbroncfan Ring of Famer Angry guntoting,meateating AMERICAN Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Scottsdale Posts: 8,669 Adopt-a-Bronco: TEBOW	I think the Allen trade might make the possiblity of Clady at 12 if KC goes for Vernon G.

04-23-2008, 10:56 AM	#16
Spider Mr Diplomacy I survived Tebow Mania at the Mane Join Date: May 2001 Location: Elway was just an arm =MacGruder Posts: 84,438 Adopt-a-Bronco: Von Miller	what ever Shanny does is ok by me .......

04-23-2008, 11:18 AM	#19
lex Bowlen Sold Us Out! The Broncos have been DisemBowlened Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Chi-Town Posts: 10,253 Adopt-a-Bronco: None	1. Its only logical if Dallas has a reason to trade up. We've discussed this numerous times here dating back several months. Welcome to 3 months ago, Klis. 2. It has since been reported that Robertson visited the Eagles a month ago. Once again, way to be timely, Klis. This is the best this guy can do?

04-23-2008, 11:21 AM	#20
broncofan2438 Faneco this... LETS TAKE BACK THE AFC WEST Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: California Posts: 6,302 Adopt-a-Bronco: ERIC DECKER	Don't see any major signings this time, unfortunately