Will Denver make a trade?

by Broncoman on Oct 9, 2008 3:46 PM MDT

Please see the attached artical, some interesting players that may be available at the trade deadline, of note was the idea of trading Larry Johnson to the Broncos. I have a hard time believing that a division rival would trade Johnson in division, but it is an interesting idea. I doubt that we would be able to fit him under the salary cap for next year, so it would be a rent a player for a season type deal. There are also some DL from the Lions mentioned that may be of interest to the Broncos. So what is everyones thoughts on making a trade, especially if they could get Larry Johnson for a season, then the offense would be scary good.Top Ten Players that could be traded

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Should the Broncos look to make a trade this year.

Yes, it's a win now league and if we have a shot to get to the Super Bowl, we should take it

4 votes

No, we have a good core, continue to build through the draft and smart free agent signings, see what we can do this year.

21 votes

If the deal is right, if there is a game changing player that won't cost us too much.

34 votes

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No

I voted no, because whenw as the last a trade was made at the deadline that was impactful in the NFL? (maybe Chambers last year- maybe) No team really wants to part with a #1 or #2 for a rental player like in the other 3 sports. Plus who out there is really worth anything, or at least would make an impact. I dont see any

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by broncfanstuckinsd on Oct 9, 2008 4:01 PM MDT reply actions

Fair enough

I don’t know if we would be able to get an impact player, but I would like some depth on either the DT or OG/C and if we have to give up a conditional draft pick for someone who can at least provide depth and play some, then I would be for it. I honestly think they should look at trading for Shaun Rogers, I really can’t see Cleveland doing anything this year and I think we could get him at a bargain for a couple of years, I think he would be a guy we can play at NT or DT and he is a game changer.

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by Broncoman on Oct 9, 2008 4:06 PM MDT up reply actions

I was trying

to think maybe a DE, but then I guess I am hopefull somehow the DE’s Denver has will produce. I just dont believe teams are willing to trade. Plus I also believe the salary cao does come into consideration. Where the prorated bonues may become an issue right away, (i could be wrong on that but I dont think so)

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by broncfanstuckinsd on Oct 9, 2008 4:20 PM MDT up reply actions

I really don't know how the bonus structure works

I know that we are paying a lot of Colbert’s salary the next two years because of the bonus thing, so it maybe that it really doesn’t cost us that much to trade for someone if they have a low base salary.

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by Broncoman on Oct 9, 2008 4:54 PM MDT up reply actions

We don't need Larry Johnson...we're fine on offense.

If the right defensive player was available AND we could get him for a bargain then maybe. However, I don’t see anything significant happening here and on defense I’m kind of in ‘wait and see’ mode. One reason I’ve been so critical of the defense this year is because I’ve always thought they have the talent to be one of the better defenses in the leaue and have been significantly underachieving. Last week may have been a solid indication that things are starting to coalesce nicely. I want to see if that continues or it was a fluke.

GO BRONCOS!!!

by UnarmingMermaid on Oct 9, 2008 4:20 PM MDT reply actions

Totally Agree

Johnson seems to be too much of a “me first” person and doesn’t seem to be a leader.

Maybe, if the price was right, one of Detroit’s DTs, but only if he came cheap. We should know more about the state of our defense by Sunday night and whether we’re going to need help or not. Otherwise, I say stick with what we have and don’t bring in any potential character problems.

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by DesertBroncoFan on Oct 9, 2008 4:36 PM MDT up reply actions

I don't know about LJ

Granted I agree, he is a me first guy, but I think he also doesn’t want to be stuck in KC and wants a chance to be good in the playoffs. I am somewhat concerened with our RB, I think Torain will be the long term answer but I don’t see him having that much of a contribution this year. Having had the same injury he had, I know how long it takes to rehab, and it really is tough.

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by Broncoman on Oct 9, 2008 4:52 PM MDT up reply actions

The biggest problem with LJ

is that he non-existent when it comes to blocking. So many times I have seen him whiff on a linebacker or safety and all his qb to get whacked. It is like he doesn’t want to block at all. He is a good power runner, but has so many other issues. I wouldn’t want that bad apple on the Broncos.

by DBinKC on Oct 9, 2008 9:38 PM MDT up reply actions

Great point

forgot this about LJ. He wouldn’t fit in Denver at all. You either block or you’re benched on the Broncos.

by Leukadian on Oct 10, 2008 9:50 AM MDT up reply actions

I'll give Cory Redding a shot

If we can swing another deal like the one we did for Robertson (based on playing time).

by Leukadian on Oct 9, 2008 5:01 PM MDT reply actions

I second that

That could be a good deal if it is like the Robertson deal.

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by wyoeng on Oct 9, 2008 8:45 PM MDT up reply actions

I just worry a lot about the guys we got

if we swing in another DT

" He goes against Champ everyday." -Jay Cutler

Davis to the Hall!

by Jon Tollerud on Oct 9, 2008 8:56 PM MDT up reply actions

larry was often injured ! did he ever play a full season broncoman ?

by broncosfaninphilly on Oct 9, 2008 5:58 PM MDT reply actions

I don't like any of these guys

The only player better than what we have now at any postition is LJ. I agree with most of the others that he is a spoiled brat, doesn’t block well and he would be a rent-a-player for a year.

Playoff bound!

by 53guys on Oct 10, 2008 6:34 AM MDT reply actions

I don't like Larry

I don’t see him fitting in with our system, I don’t think he is the back that he once was, and he would cost way too much IMO. He is a horrible blocker, and his attitude could use some improvement. Of course playing on that abysmal chiefs team could have a negative impact on ones attitude in general. Still don’t like the fit though.

by Stuman on Oct 10, 2008 10:06 AM MDT reply actions