NFL Trade Verdict
Washington Redskins Win
Washington acquired Dave Butz through compensation tied to St. Louis while surrendering a package of premium picks. Butz became a long-term defensive fixture, so the final value still grades as a major Washington Win.
Arizona Cardinals Received
- pick 1977 first round pick (#19-Steve Pisarkiewicz)
- pick 1978 first round pick (#19- Ken Greene )
- pick 1979 second round pick (#42-Willie Jones (Lorenzo))
Washington Commanders Received
- pick 1976 fifth round pick (#148- Mike Hughes (a ))
- pick 1976 15th round pick (#426-John Monroe)
- pick 1977 sixth round pick (#158-Martin Mitchell)
Trade Analysis
St. Louis received valuable draft compensation, but Washington landed the durable high-impact player in Dave Butz. Washington Commanders receives the edge because the recorded return carries stronger long-term football value than the package credited to Arizona Cardinals.