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Broncos Trade for Jaylen Waddle to Boost Offense

3/18/2026

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Summary

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The Denver Broncos traded for Jaylen Waddle from the Miami Dolphins, sending a first-round pick (30th overall), a third-round pick, and a fourth-round pick to Miami.
Waddle has 373 receptions for 5,039 yards and 26 touchdowns in five seasons.
The acquisition aims to boost Denver's offense by pairing Waddle with Courtland Sutton and Bo Nix.
The Dolphins are rebuilding, having recently released quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and receiver Tyreek Hill.

History

Historical Context

In 2021, the NFL Draft highlighted a trend of strategic trades among teams, including the Miami Dolphins, who traded their third overall pick to the San Francisco 49ers for future first-round selections. This reflects a broader strategy of rebuilding rosters, influenced by the league's salary cap decrease to $182.5 million, which followed revenue losses during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Story summary

The Denver Broncos traded for Jaylen Waddle from the Miami Dolphins, sending a first-round pick (30th overall), a third-round pick, and a fourth-round pick to Miami.
Waddle has 373 receptions for 5,039 yards and 26 touchdowns in five seasons.
The acquisition aims to boost Denver's offense by pairing Waddle with Courtland Sutton and Bo Nix.
The Dolphins are rebuilding, having recently released quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and receiver Tyreek Hill.

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