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Champ Bailey’s legendary NFL career took a pivotal turn when he was traded from Washington to Denver in 2004 for Clinton Portis and a second-round pick — a move that ultimately defined his prime. Denver offered him a seven-year deal, and he embraced it, going on to dominate the league with three straight First-Team All-Pro honors, an NFL record for passes deflected, and 12 Pro Bowl selections. While Portis made an explosive start with the Broncos, Bailey’s impact was even more profound — finishing with over 900 tackles and cementing his Hall of Fame legacy. This trade wasn’t just a roster shuffle; it was a turning point that reshaped both players’ careers and left an indelible mark on the game.

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