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Transaction Snapshot
Recorded Trade
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Chicago Bears and Pittsburgh Steelers
Pittsburgh Steelers Win Tier: standard
Confidence: high
Pittsburgh sent veteran receiver Ron Shanklin to Chicago for a 1976 second-round choice and a 1977 fourth-round choice. The Steelers used those selections on tackle Ray Pinney and running back Laverne Smith. Pinney became the prize, playing 125 games with 82 starts and starting in a Super Bowl victory, giving Pittsburgh a decisive long-term return.
