Pittsburgh Steelers Win Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Jerome Bettis and a third-round pick from the Rams for a second-round pick and a fourth-round pick. Bettis ran for 10,571 yards as a Steeler and won Super Bowl XL in his final season. Analysis: The Rams were misusing Bettis in their zone-blocking scheme; Pittsburgh turned him into a franchise icon. Bettis made four Pro Bowls in Pittsburgh, became the face of the franchise, and was inducted into the Hall of Fame. The Steelers received Bettis plus a pick while sending only a second and a fourth — an extraordinary return. The Rams' received assets (Ernie Conwell, Jerome Daniels) contributed minimally. A+ remains the correct grade; this is one of the best trades in franchise history.
