Indianapolis Baltimore Colts

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired 1983 conditional twelfth round pick (not exercised) from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for Zack Valentine. Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts received comparable value in return. The grade is deliberately conservative because part of the source record is incomplete, conditional, approximate, or still too recent for a firm historical verdict.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired 1976 second round pick (#47-Mike Kruczek); 1976 fourth round pick (#112-Wonder Monds) from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for rights to Ed George. Analysis: This 1975 transaction involved the trading of player rights — common in the pre-merger era when rosters were more fluid and player movement less formalized. Rights trades carried uncertainty since the players involved might not join the acquiring team. The value reflected positional need and scouting judgment more than established track records.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired 1972 tenth round pick (?-?) from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for Marty Schottenheimer. Analysis: The trade grades against Pittsburgh because the outgoing side carried more durable value, stronger draft upside, or a better long-term return for Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts. The grade is deliberately conservative because part of the source record is incomplete, conditional, approximate, or still too recent for a firm historical verdict.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Willie Richardson; 1971 fourth round pick (#104-Dwight White) from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for Roy Jefferson. Analysis: Pittsburgh came away from this 1970 transaction with the stronger side of the exchange. The assets acquired from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts provided meaningful roster value — either through direct on-field contribution, draft capital, or positional need addressed — that outpaced what was sent away.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Preston Pearson; Ocie Austin from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for Ray May; 1971 twelfth round pick (#294-Bob Wuensch / Bobby Wuensch). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts received comparable value in return.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired cash from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for John Campbell. Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts received comparable value in return.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Bob Wade from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for Ed Brown (b). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts received comparable value in return.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Jim Carter (a) from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for 1967 twelfth round pick (#298-Preston Pearson). Analysis: This 1966 transaction with Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts registered as a roughly balanced exchange. Both clubs addressed their stated roster or draft-board priorities without a clear winner emerging from the historical record. The assets involved were comparable in tier and subsequent career value.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired John Campbell from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for Madison Nutter/ Buzz Nutter. Analysis: The trade grades against Pittsburgh because the outgoing side carried more durable value, stronger draft upside, or a better long-term return for Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Jimmy Maples / Butch Maples from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for 1965 tenth round pick (?-?). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts received comparable value in return. The grade is deliberately conservative because part of the source record is incomplete, conditional, approximate, or still too recent for a firm historical verdict.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Bill Saul; Marv Woodson from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for Lou Michaels; 1965 third round pick (#36-Glenn Ressler). Analysis: The trade grades against Pittsburgh because the outgoing side carried more durable value, stronger draft upside, or a better long-term return for Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired John Sample / Johnny Sample from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for 1963 second round pick (#24-George Wilson / Butch Wilson). Analysis: The trade grades against Pittsburgh because the outgoing side carried more durable value, stronger draft upside, or a better long-term return for Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired undisclosed terms (?) from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for 1962 fifth round pick (#61-Jerry Croft). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts received comparable value in return. The grade is deliberately conservative because part of the source record is incomplete, conditional, approximate, or still too recent for a firm historical verdict.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired John Sample / Johnny Sample from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for 1962 high draft pick (?-?). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts received comparable value in return. The grade is deliberately conservative because part of the source record is incomplete, conditional, approximate, or still too recent for a firm historical verdict.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Madison Nutter/ Buzz Nutter; Gene Lipscomb from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for Jim Orr / Jimmy Orr; Joe Lewis; Dick Campbell. Analysis: This 1961 transaction with Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts registered as a roughly balanced exchange. Both clubs addressed their stated roster or draft-board priorities without a clear winner emerging from the historical record. The assets involved were comparable in tier and subsequent career value.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Jack Simpson / Jackie Simpson from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for Billy Ray Smith Sr.. Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts received comparable value in return.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired undisclosed terms (?) from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for E.A. Sims. Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts received comparable value in return. The grade is deliberately conservative because part of the source record is incomplete, conditional, approximate, or still too recent for a firm historical verdict.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Bert Rechichar from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for 1961 fifth round pick (#62-Ed Dyas). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts received comparable value in return.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Dick Young from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for 1958 seventh round pick (#79-John Sample / Johnny Sample). Analysis: The trade grades against Pittsburgh because the outgoing side carried more durable value, stronger draft upside, or a better long-term return for Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Charles Shepard / Charley Shephard / Charlie Shephard from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for 1957 16th round pick (#185-Joe Cannavino). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts received comparable value in return. The grade is deliberately conservative because part of the source record is incomplete, conditional, approximate, or still too recent for a firm historical verdict.