Trade winds continue to blow during a swap-heavy offseason in the NFL. The and have worked out a deal to send Baltimore center to Denver. The announced that the blocker was acquired for Gradkowski appeared in eight games last season -- but played only 10 snaps -- after making 16 starts for the in 2013. Seen as merely a backup behind in Baltimore, the fourth-year pivot will have a chance to win the starting job in Denver during the final year of his contract. A fourth-round pick of the in 2012, Gradkowski needs polishing. He was a problem for Jamaal Richardson Jersey Baltimore in 2013, ranking dead last among the league's 35 qualifying centers, per Pro Football Focus. Game tape showed far too many breakdowns, but the hope is that Gradkowski will develop for a squad undergoing a facelift up front. With new coach Gary Kubiak set to implement his zone-blocking scheme, it's po sible he saw positive traits from Gradkowski during his tenure as Baltimore's offensive coordinator. With finishing last season at right guard and unsigned, the untested is the only other center on Denver's roster. The also showed some interest in signing , but the former center could be out of the picture if Denver believes Gradkowski -- and a draft pick -- can battle for the starting role. The latest Podcast and discu ses Jameis Winston's pro day. Find more content on . David Nwaogwugwu Jersey