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Wilson: Broncos give 1st-round tender to Brandon Marshall

Denver gives Orton first-round tender, second-round tender to Scheffler. Aaron Wilson

Print This March 03, 2010, 03:15 PM EST

The Denver Broncos assigned a first-round tender to Pro Bowl wide receiver Brandon Marshall, per ESPN.

It's a development that opens up potential trade scenarios for teams in need of a big downfield target.

That includes the Baltimore Ravens.

If Marshall signs with someone, the Broncos would have seven days to match the offer or receive a first-round draft pick as compensation.

The Broncos could also field trade offers for Marshal. And that could entail something lower than a first-round pick or a package of picks.

Meanwhile, the Denver Post is reporting that the Broncos placed first-round tenders on quarterback Kyle Orton and offensive guard Chris Kuper and a second-round tender on tight end Tony Scheffler.

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