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Denver Broncos: Possible replacements for Chris Harris Jr

By Graham Tiedtke

DENVER, CO - DECEMBER 29: Chris Harris Jr. #25 of the Denver Broncos walks on the field before a game against the Oakland Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High on December 29, 2019 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)
DENVER, CO - DECEMBER 29: Chris Harris Jr. #25 of the Denver Broncos walks on the field before a game against the Oakland Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High on December 29, 2019 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images) /
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GLENDALE, ARIZONA – DECEMBER 15: Cornerback Patrick Peterson #21 of the Arizona Cardinals throws the ball into the stands in celebration of his interception against the Cleveland Browns during the first half of the NFL football game at State Farm Stadium on December 15, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Ralph Freso/Getty Images) /

Acquire via Trade

Darius Slay, Detroit Lions

Darius Slay is set to become a free agent following the upcoming season (2021 calendar year). For the 2020 season, the Lions have $13,368,750 invested in him against the salary cap.

There could be something here in terms of a trade if the Lions want to get rid of his final year’s salary. However, this would mean that the Denver Broncos would have to offer him an extension if they wanted to keep him for more than one year (which they should, if they acquire him).

This one definitely feels like a long shot but hey, you never know.

Patrick Peterson, Arizona Cardinals

This one is the most intriguing. While this type of trade would require a lot of ammunition, it very well could be worth it. Peterson has been a top-level cornerback for the Arizona Cardinals since being drafted in 2011.

How could the Broncos not be interested in making this move? They would be losing a great cornerback in Chris Harris Jr., but would get Peterson instead.

Next. Justin Simmons' value continues to rise. dark

Well, the Broncos were unwilling to match what Harris Jr. wanted in terms of a contract extension but maybe Peterson, who is entering the last year of his contract, will be able to agree with the team on a new deal.

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