NFL Trade Verdict

Chicago Bears Win

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired 1963 first round pick (#11-Dave Behrman) from Chicago Bears for Rudy Bukich; 1963 tenth round pick (#137-Ed Hoerster). Analysis: Pittsburgh acquired first-round draft capital from Chicago Bears in this deal. First-round picks carried premium value even in this era, typically representing a team's best opportunity to add impact talent. The return on that capital determines the ultimate grade of this transaction.

April 4, 1962 Pittsburgh SteelersChicago Bears Confidence: high Tier: major

Pittsburgh Steelers Received

Chicago Bears Received

  • player Rudy Bukich
  • pick 1963 tenth round pick (#137-Ed Hoerster)
  • pick 1963 first round pick (#11- Dave Behrman )
  • pick 1964 second round pick (#23-Pat Crain)

Trade Summary

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired 1963 first round pick (#11-Dave Behrman) from Chicago Bears for Rudy Bukich; 1963 tenth round pick (#137-Ed Hoerster). Analysis: Pittsburgh acquired first-round draft capital from Chicago Bears in this deal. First-round picks carried premium value even in this era, typically representing a team's best opportunity to add impact talent. The return on that capital determines the ultimate grade of this transaction.

Trade Analysis

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired 1963 first round pick (#11-Dave Behrman) from Chicago Bears for Rudy Bukich; 1963 tenth round pick (#137-Ed Hoerster). Analysis: Pittsburgh acquired first-round draft capital from Chicago Bears in this deal. First-round picks carried premium value even in this era, typically representing a team's best opportunity to add impact talent. The return on that capital determines the ultimate grade of this transaction. Chicago Bears received Rudy Bukich; 1963 tenth round pick (#137-Ed Hoerster) and gave up 1963 first round pick (#11-Dave Behrman). The partner grade reflects the same value curve from the opposite side of the transaction.