John Johnson

Buffalo acquired 2017 2nd round pick (37th overall, Zay Jones) and 2017 5th round pick (149th overall subsequently traded, Damontae Kazee) from Los Angeles Rams for 2017 2nd round pick (44th overall, Gerald Everett) and 2017 3rd round pick (91st overall, John Johnson). This was primarily a draft-capital exchange. The available record does not show a decisive long-term separation, so the fair treatment is a balanced grade unless the selected players created a clear outcome gap

Kansas City's trade up for Patrick Mahomes became one of the most important draft moves in NFL history. The Chiefs paid a first-round pick, a third-round pick, and a future first to move up for their quarterback. Buffalo received real assets, but Kansas City acquired the player who launched a dynasty. Buffalo received useful assets, but Kansas City acquired the defining quarterback of the era.

Pittsburgh acquired Ken Kirk from Chicago Bears for 1963 sixth round pick (#80-John Johnson (Howard)). 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