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Broncos Trade Idea Lands Second-Round DL From Saints

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Matthew Sullivan | Last updated Apr 12, 2025 3:00 PM ET

The Denver Broncos have made a lot of great moves during the offseason, and have rounded out their roster in preparation for the 2025 NFL Draft. There are only a few clear needs, one of which is defensive line depth. This trade idea lands the Broncos an under-used lineman from the 2023 NFL Draft.

This trade idea has the Broncos and New Orleans Saints executing a deal which sends former 2023 second-round pick Isaiah Foskey to the Broncos for a fifth-round pick. Foskey is 24 years old, and has two more years under contract.

Denver needs to add defensive line depth, especially those under contract beyond the 2025 season. Zach Allen, John Franklin-Meyers, Malcolm Roach, and Nick Bonitto are all unrestricted free agents after 2025.

While Allen and Bonitto will be priority re-signings by next offseason, the Broncos should prepare in the case that one of more leave. Adding Foskey, who has two more years under contract, would be a great way to address the defensive line depth.

The Saints would be receptive to this deal, as Foskey is behind both Carl Granderson and Cameron Jordan on the depth chart. He will likely not get much play time in 2025, and the Saints could look to re-coup value after a frustrating two seasons.

In his two years with New Orleans, Foskey hasn't had a single sack, nor a single start. He has barely seen the field for New Orleans, playing just 147 snaps over two years on defense.

As the 40th selection in the 2023 NFL Draft, Foskey had a lot of potential. His scouting report from NFL.com had his prospect grade at 6.35, with the tag of being an eventual plus starter. He hasn't had much of an opportunity in New Orleans and could have that chance in Denver.

This trade idea has the Broncos taking a swing on a defensive lineman with multiple years of control left, and hasn't had a chance to get on the field. Foskey could be a sneaky big addition for the Broncos, and would likely not cost much to add.

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