Out of all the trades completed before the deadline, there was one made by the Arizona Cardinals trade that many forgot about. It happened a few days ago, involving LB Baron Browning. The Broncos traded Browning to the Cardinals. The details of that trade are down below.

Trade Details for Baron Browning

Arizona Cardinals Acquire: LB Baron Browning

Denver Broncos Acquire: 2025 6th Round Pick

Arizona Cardinals Side

I once called Arizona a mediocre football team, but I was wrong. The Cardinals have a real chance to win the NFC West Division. To do that, they have to bolster the defense, especially at linebacker, and Baron Browning is a decent choice. He needed a change of scenery, as he was not working out in Denver.

His biggest contribution will be bolstering the pass-rushing position. Last year, he showed potential with 4.5 sacks, but he has not been the most consistent player. For a 6th-round pick, it is worth a chance to add depth to Denver’s defense.

Denver Broncos Side

This is an interesting transaction for the Broncos, and many analysts saw them as avoiders during the deadline. However, the organization chose to sell a piece, in Baron Browning. While he has shown flashes as a Bronco, he has not been impressive with the team, and the Broncos are already loaded with pass rushers and linebackers. It always seemed like Browning was the odd man out, and to get a draft pick for him is solid value. Especially as it was unlikely he was going to be brought back when his contract expired.

Grades For Baron Browning’s Trade

Arizona Cardinals – A-

Denver Broncos – B+

It’s not a bad deal for both sides, but I give the higher grade to the Arizona Cardinals. They needed help at linebacker and got a solid depth piece. As for Denver, they got an extra draft pick for a player who was not working on defense, and losing Browning is not a tremendous loss, given his inconsistent nature. Overall, this was a solid move, and hopefully, it works out for everyone involved.