Broncos Trade First-Round Pick for Jaylen Waddle

0:00On March 20th, the Denver Broncos just pulled off a bold pre-draft trade, sending their 2026 first round pick to the Miami Doffins 4, star-wide receiver Jalen Waddle. This move yanks them out of the opening round on April 23rd and shows they're going all in for a contention push. It's a clear boost for quarterback Bonix, who posted a 25 and 11 record over two seasons before a playoff ankle injury last year. Those slots imperfectly alongside Cortland Sutton, Troy Franklin, and Marvin Mims Jr. to amp up the passing game, which ranked 11th last. Season beneded more deep threats. Players and staff are buzzing about the fit, especially since Waddle roomed with Broncos' cornerback Pat Surtain, the second back at Alabama. That college connection adds instant chemistry, and the vibe around the facility has shifted from patient building to outright superbowl hunting. In the full deal, Denver also picked up a 2026 fourth rounder, while Miami grabbed the

1:00first rounder, plus a third, and another fourth. Giving them 11 total picks, including two firsts. The dolphins are eyeing a financial reset, shedding salary for draft ammo. Meanwhile, Denver joins the Jaguars, Falcons, Colts, and Packers on the sidelines for Thursday night's first round, making late picks hot commodities, as teens shuffle for quarterback prospects.