TradeVerdicts connects Steve DeLong to 3 exact
public NFL transactions involving Chicago Bears, Washington Commanders, Los Angeles Chargers, and Arizona Cardinals.
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Chronological Timeline
3 Recorded Trades
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Trade 1 of 3
Chicago Bears and Washington Commanders
Washington Redskins Win Tier: major
Confidence: high
Washington acquired receiver Angelo Coia and defensive tackle Fred Williams from Chicago for its 1965 first-round pick, which became No. 6 overall Steve DeLong. Coia immediately started 13 games and posted 500 receiving yards with five touchdowns in 1964, while Williams joined the defensive rotation. DeLong signed with the rival AFL Chargers and did not play for Chicago until 1972. Washington therefore realized the stronger immediate and team-specific return.
Los Angeles/San Diego Chargers Win Tier: minor
Confidence: high
Los Angeles/San Diego Chargers received 1973 fourth round pick (#84-James Thaxton / Jim Thaxton (Ivory)) from Chicago Bears for Steve DeLong. The recorded outcome favors Los Angeles/San Diego Chargers.
St. Louis acquired Steve Wright and John Hoffman from Chicago for a 1973 fourth-round choice that became pick No. 84. Both incoming Cardinals had short 1972 stays, while Chicago’s fourth-round asset was routed to San Diego in the Steve DeLong deal. DeLong then started all 14 games for the Bears in 1972, giving Chicago the stronger realized value from the transaction chain.
