NFL Trade Verdict

Pittsburgh Steelers Win

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired 1974 fourth round pick (#82-John Stallworth) from New England/Boston Patriots for Ralph Anderson (E.). Analysis: Pittsburgh came away from this 1973 transaction with the stronger side of the exchange. The assets acquired from New England/Boston Patriots provided meaningful roster value — either through direct on-field contribution, draft capital, or positional need addressed — that outpaced what was sent away.

September 3, 1973 Pittsburgh SteelersNew England Boston Patriots Confidence: high Tier: major

Pittsburgh Steelers Received

  • pick 1974 fourth round pick (#82-John Stallworth)

Trade Summary

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired 1974 fourth round pick (#82-John Stallworth) from New England/Boston Patriots for Ralph Anderson (E.). Analysis: Pittsburgh came away from this 1973 transaction with the stronger side of the exchange. The assets acquired from New England/Boston Patriots 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 1974 fourth round pick (#82-John Stallworth) from New England/Boston Patriots for Ralph Anderson (E.). Analysis: Pittsburgh came away from this 1973 transaction with the stronger side of the exchange. The assets acquired from New England/Boston Patriots provided meaningful roster value — either through direct on-field contribution, draft capital, or positional need addressed — that outpaced what was sent away. New England/Boston Patriots received Ralph Anderson (E.) and gave up 1974 fourth round pick (#82-John Stallworth). The partner grade reflects the same value curve from the opposite side of the transaction.