The Denver Broncos are 1-5. They have one of the worst defenses in NFL history and a financial albatross at quarterback (Russell Wilson) and head coach (Sean Payton). There are more blatant flaws in their roster construction and overall weekly game plans than there are any foundational bright spots that could inspire hope for the future.
It’s time for Denver to sound the alarms after looking lethargic in a 19-8 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in front of a national audience Thursday night. It’s time for Sean Payton to stop brazenly lying to the Eastern Colorado media. It’s time for a trade firesale to start a proper rebuild of one of pro football’s worst teams. There’s plenty of time before the Halloween deadline to start making some calls, too.
I know what you’re thinking.
How could the Broncos provide any value to other teams, particularly those with actual goals on the field this year? Well, dear reader, just because Denver is out of it doesn’t mean it doesn’t have useful players. Playoff contenders (and other suitors) eye teams like the Broncos specifically because they know that there are still valuable pieces who could contribute in an NFL season stretch run.
Let’s dive right in and break down who the Broncos should be trading to start their rebuild with a war chest of draft picks as they, ideally, price gouge (desperate?) prospective teams.