ESPN graded eight major NFL offseason trades, and the Kaleb Johnson deal to Green Bay headlined the analysis. The Packers acquired the Iowa running back, banking on his production in a scheme that values ground game execution. Johnson's tape shows vision and decisiveness, though questions linger about his durability at the position.
The Cowboys picked up Broderick Jones on the offensive line, addressing depth concerns after injuries depleted their interior. Jones brings experience but comes with injury history of his own, making it a calculated gamble on availability.
Other moves included defensive acquisitions meant to patch secondary weaknesses across multiple teams. The market reset this offseason with teams favoring quantity over premium draft capital, a shift from last year's blockbuster trades.
Grades varied by deal. Some trades graded as B-plus moves where both sides got value. Others landed in C territory when teams overpaid relative to market value or took on too much risk. A few landed in A range when a contender locked in a clear need at reasonable cost.
The Johnson trade specifically reflects Green Bay's commitment to a run-heavy offensive identity under their current system. Whether it pays off depends on his availability and whether the Packers' line can create lanes consistently. The front office clearly believes this version works. Results come in September.