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Cincinnati Bengals and Los Angeles Chargers
Cincinnati Bengals Win Tier: major
Confidence: high
Cincinnati acquired James Brooks from San Diego for Pete Johnson on May 29, 1984. Brooks became a four-time Pro Bowler and one of the most productive running backs in Bengals history, while Johnson appeared in only three games for the Chargers before finishing the season in Miami. The enormous difference in longevity and impact makes this a signature Bengals win.
Los Angeles Chargers Win Tier: standard
Confidence: high
Miami acquired Pete Johnson from San Diego on September 22, 1984, sending the rights to Dewey Forte and a 1985 second-round pick. Johnson gave the Dolphins immediate goal-line value with nine rushing touchdowns in 13 games during a Super Bowl season. San Diego used No. 55 on Jeffery Dale, who played 42 games and intercepted six passes. The Chargers gained the slightly stronger multi-year return.