There was a lot of buildup to this year’s draft - not because the Broncos had a lot of picks.
But because they didn’t.
And since George Paton has been in Dove Valley, he’s made it known he likes acquiring picks - which often means trading down.
Sean Payton has been known for being aggressive in the draft but not necessarily with a lot of picks. He’s more inclined to go get players he likes - which often means trading up.
And that’s the philosophy that won out this past weekend.
When Payton was addressing the media about the choice to move up for Marvin Mims Jr.