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Broncos Stand Pat at Trade Deadline After Declining High Asking Prices

Sean Payton cast the quiet day as a deliberate choice to protect draft capital in a seller’s market.

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Sep 21, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton leads his film on to the field for the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images.
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Overview

  • Denver made no trades before the NFL deadline on November 4, opting to keep its roster intact.
  • Payton said the team explored options and found prices too steep, adding that no deals were close even after assessing defensive depth following Patrick Surtain II’s injury.
  • Reports linked Denver to Miami’s Jaylen Waddle, with KOA’s Benjamin Allbright saying the Dolphins sought a first-round pick plus more.
  • The Broncos’ only addition was veteran tight end Marcedes Lewis for depth and leadership.
  • Quarterback Bo Nix and receiver Troy Franklin backed the decision, saying the group has what it needs and that Payton had expressed confidence in the roster.