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Denver Broncos AFC West
Trade Details
BRONCOS BRING IN WEATHERLY Saturday, October 23, 2021
The Denver Broncos acquired linebacker/defensive end Stephen Weatherly and a seventh-round draft pick in 2023 from the Minnesota Vikings for a seventh-round draft pick in 2022.
What does it give the Denver Broncos?
The Broncos have suffered countless injuries to their linebacker corps in recent weeks, so help from the outside was required. Weatherly played 4-3 defensive end in Minnesota, so there may be an adjustment period as he transitions to 3-4 outside 'backer.
What does it give the Minnesota Vikings?
Minnesota decided to move on from Weatherly, despite the fact he started nine games for the Panthers last season (and seven starts for Minnesota in previous years). The Vikings did not get back much, so they obviously feel comfortable with their D-line.
Fantasy Impact
Weatherly could be a source of sacks if he gets extended playing time with Denver. However, he will revert to the bench once Von Miller and Bradley Chubb are healthy. There should be better options in most IDP leagues at this time.
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seventh-round draft pick in 2023
Stephen Weatherly
seventh-round draft pick in 2022