NFL Trade Verdict

Pittsburgh Steelers Win

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired 1971 eighth round pick (#203-Ernie Holmes / Fat Holmes) from Miami Dolphins for Bob DeMarco. Analysis: Pittsburgh came away from this 1970 transaction with the stronger side of the exchange. The assets acquired from Miami Dolphins provided meaningful roster value — either through direct on-field contribution, draft capital, or positional need addressed — that outpaced what was sent away.

August 31, 1970 Pittsburgh SteelersMiami Dolphins Confidence: high Tier: minor

Pittsburgh Steelers Received

Trade Summary

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired 1971 eighth round pick (#203-Ernie Holmes / Fat Holmes) from Miami Dolphins for Bob DeMarco. Analysis: Pittsburgh came away from this 1970 transaction with the stronger side of the exchange. The assets acquired from Miami Dolphins provided meaningful roster value — either through direct on-field contribution, draft capital, or positional need addressed — that outpaced what was sent away.

Trade Analysis

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired 1971 eighth round pick (#203-Ernie Holmes / Fat Holmes) from Miami Dolphins for Bob DeMarco. Analysis: Pittsburgh came away from this 1970 transaction with the stronger side of the exchange. The assets acquired from Miami Dolphins provided meaningful roster value — either through direct on-field contribution, draft capital, or positional need addressed — that outpaced what was sent away. Miami Dolphins received Bob DeMarco and gave up 1971 eighth round pick (#203-Ernie Holmes / Fat Holmes). The partner grade reflects the same value curve from the opposite side of the transaction.