So I contacted the author of this story asking him to GRADE HIS SOURCE. He didn't give me a grade, but here is my inquiry and his reply:

ME:

I had to track you down. I've been following this three way Jets-Lions-Broncos trade story all week and I would like to know how reliable your source is. I just can't see Denver giving up Foxworth and a 2nd round pick for Robertson. Robertson has never lived up to his first round status, so I am having trouble understanding how this could be true. Please give me a grade on your source - A, B, C, D, or F. I must know so I can tell my fellow Bronco fans how reliable this news is...most of us are freaking out over this. I would really appreciate it.

His REPLY:

not sure. comes from a guy who is pretty plugged in.

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I don't know about you, but hearing that makes me feel better about the situation. Only a little better.

I would be pretty pissed off if we unloaded a 2nd rounder and Foxy for a guy who hasn't proven his worth yet.  Robertson isn't worth a 2nd and Foxy...no way!

It seems like a 2nd round pick is too high of a price.

I'd throw in the 2nd rounder only if it included Vilma going to Denver as well. Glad to hear its not Rogers going to the Donks, too.

We are getting too complicated here.  What if the trade is actually just our 2nd round and Foxy for Rogers.

And the only reason the Jets are involved is because they are seeking a SEPARATE trade with Vilma.

Perhaps the Lions wish to use our Second rounder in that trade.

I think Rogers is more likely to be worth a 2nd and Foxy than would be Robertson(who is a 1st round FLOP).

There is a more current post on PFT that has teh Dolphins getting in the race for Rogers:

POSTED 10:40 a.m. EST, February 28, 2008

FINS AFTER ROGERS

Earlier this week, it appeared that Lions defensive tackle Shaun Rogers could land in Denver.  Then he was linked to a three-way deal that would send him to the Jets.

Now, the Miami Dolphins could be after him.

Per Tom Kowalski of Mlive.com, the Fins are involved in trade talks for the veteran defensive tackle.  Kowalski says that Miami V.P. of football operations Bill Parcells previously has spoken of Rogers in glowing terms.

But Parcells also has said that he wants no "thugs and hoodlums" on his team.  Last year, Rogers was accused of roughing up a dancer at a strip club.  No formal charges ever were filed.  He also has been suspended for violation of the policy on anabolic steroids and related substances.

They also have a post about Marcus Stroud being shopped:

POSTED 11:03 a.m. EST, February 28, 2008

STROUD FOR SALE

Though few quality interior defensive linemen can be had in free agency, several are available on the trade market.

Joining Shaun Rogers of the Lions, Dewayne Robertson of the Jets, and Kris Jenkins of the Panthers is Marcus Stroud of the Jaguars.

A league source has confirmed that Stroud has been given permission to shop himself in a trade.  Under his contract, Stroud is due to receive salaries of $5 million, $5.5 million, and $6 million over the next three seasons.

Last year, Stroud was suspended for four games due to a violation of the league's policy on anabolic steroids and related substances.  He also missed several games due to injury.

If Stroud is traded, the Jags presumably will go with John Henderson and Rob Meier at defensive tackle.  (We previously mentioned Grady Jackson as a possible starter, but he's an unrestricted free agent.)  

The Falcons could be interested in Stroud, since former Jags defensive coordinator Mike Smith is now the head coach there.

A reader tells us that the news regarding Stroud initially was reported by our friends at 1010XL in Jacksonville.

Screw robertson and rogers go after Vilma. Please go after him...Unless we plan on signing Lance Briggs...Trade for VILMA!!!!!!!!!!!

Why does everyone think he's been such a bust so far? I realize these are just numbers, but McKinley and Thomas last year combined for 34 total tackles and 2.5 sacks. Robertson alone had 57 tackles and 4 sacks. Yet, everyone would prefer Shaun Rogers who had 39 tackles and 7 sacks? I'm a little confused...

ESPN.com is reporting its a wild card that the broncos might make a run at Randy Moss...What do you guys think?

Marshall,Moss, and Stokely sounds pretty good to me.

Rogers is considered (by ESPN) a top 4 DT in the NFL.  He has a rediculous first step.  He has some issues surrounding his character.  He is a disruptive force and a great tackler.  He has the ability to take over a quarter or two (remember the Denver game this year?).  He is fairly durable and aside from missing 10 games in his 2nd year, he's only missed 4 games in his 7 year career.  He will always need to be accounted for by the offense on every play.

Robertson is a 4-3 DT who has been playing Nose Tackle ever since Mangini switched his defensive alignment to a 3-4.  He's a 2 gap beast with a high motor.  He's been praised as a high character guy as well.  He's not big enough to play NT.  Last year he only tallied 1.5 sacks, but the 4 prior years he got 4, 2.5, 3.5, and 3 (very good for a DT) in that order and he's only missed 3 games in his career in a 5 year span.  By no means is he considered a bust, but had a down year last year,mostly because he's playing out of position.  The offense will be sure to account for him on each play as well. Some of Vilma's success can likely be attributed to Robertson's skill over the past few seasons as Vilma's lead-blocker.

Foxworth is a Nickel/Dime CB on a team without a ton of depth at corner.  He can fill in at Safety in a pinch.  He is fast and has good footwork, but with his back to the ball, loses touch with the play.  With Bly and Bailey starting, the only chance he'll get to start is with an injury.  He is a good performer and solid contributor, but not a starter, ball hawk, or "playmaker". The best value he provides to Denver is depth and consistency.

I think it's fairly evident (my opinion) that Denver can't deal Foxy straight up for one of these guys.  A 2nd rounder's a good fit for Robertson, but, considering Denver's desperate need for a DT, it's worth it.  Also, consider that Denver won't have to look DT early in the draft and can concentrate on other needs.  Niether  the Jets nor the Lions want anything to do with Walker, so get that idea out of your heads.  Denver would be LUCKY to get Rogers for Foxy and a #2 and smart to get D. Robertson for Foxy and a #2.

Finally, on Vilma, the guy is awesome, and would take a lot more than we're offering in the Rogers/Robertson deal to pry him free from the Jets.  The big issue is that he had knee surgery in mid-November, and its assumed that its an ACL.  It typically takes a year to get through that surgery and the last thing the Broncos need is to shuffle, then reshuffle the LB corps right before the season.