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Broncos Trade for Jaylen Waddle to Boost Super Bowl Hopes

3/19/2026

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Summary

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The Denver Broncos acquired Jaylen Waddle (wide receiver for the Miami Dolphins) in a trade.
Denver traded first-, third-, and fourth-round picks No. 30, 94, and 130 to Miami for Waddle and No. 111.
Waddle has three 1,000-yard seasons in five years, including season's 64 receptions for 910 yards and six touchdowns.
The Broncos expect him to boost the offense alongside Courtland Sutton as they pursue a Super Bowl run with Bo Nix at quarterback.

History

Historical Context

In the 1983 NFL Draft, the Baltimore Colts selected quarterback John Elway first overall, despite his refusal to play for them. On May 2, 1983, they traded him to the Denver Broncos for offensive lineman Chris Hinton and additional picks. This trade marked a significant moment in NFL history, influencing team strategies and player dynamics, as teams increasingly leveraged trades to enhance their rosters.

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Story summary

The Denver Broncos acquired Jaylen Waddle (wide receiver for the Miami Dolphins) in a trade.
Denver traded first-, third-, and fourth-round picks No. 30, 94, and 130 to Miami for Waddle and No. 111.
Waddle has three 1,000-yard seasons in five years, including season's 64 receptions for 910 yards and six touchdowns.
The Broncos expect him to boost the offense alongside Courtland Sutton as they pursue a Super Bowl run with Bo Nix at quarterback.

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