Bill Patterson / Billy Patterson
Trade history, asset movement, verdicts, and team impact for Bill Patterson / Billy Patterson.
Trade Impact Summary
Bill Patterson / Billy Patterson appears in 2 trade records in the TradeVerdicts database.
Related Trades
Summary: Pittsburgh sent the 1941 third overall pick to Chicago for Bill Patterson. Chicago used the pick on Norm Standlee, a three-time All-Pro fullback who played a key role in their 1941 title run. Analysis: Norm Standlee became an immediate contributor and All-Pro on a championship squad. Bill Patterson contributed little of substance in Pittsburgh. Trading a top-three pick for a backup-caliber player is a losing proposition, particularly when the player selected becomes a title contributor. Grade upgraded from C+ to D for Pittsburgh.
Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Sam Francis from Chicago Bears for rights to Bill Patterson / Billy Patterson. Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Chicago Bears received comparable value in return.