Pittsburgh received Seattle's 1977 twelfth-round pick, No.…
Pittsburgh received Seattle's 1977 twelfth-round pick, No. 310, which became Jimmy Stephens. The package does not include Ron Coder on the Steelers' side; Coder moved from Pittsburgh to Seattle. With only a very late draft choice coming back and no comparable long-term payoff from that selection, Pittsburgh's realized return was limited, supporting a D+ grade in this small transaction.
Pittsburgh Steelers Received
- pick 1977 twelfth round pick (#310-Jimmy Stephens)
Seattle Seahawks Received
- player Ron Coder
- pick 1977 twelfth round pick (#329-I.V. Wilson)
Trade Analysis
The Exchange
On 1976-09-06, Pittsburgh Steelers received 1977 twelfth round pick (#310-Jimmy Stephens), while Seattle Seahawks received Ron Coder and 1977 twelfth round pick (#329-I.V. Wilson). The supported package gives both clubs a clear return to evaluate, so the outcome can be judged by the football value each franchise actually realized after the exchange.
Pittsburgh Steelers Return
Pittsburgh received Seattle's 1977 twelfth-round pick, No. 310, which became Jimmy Stephens. The package does not include Ron Coder on the Steelers' side; Coder moved from Pittsburgh to Seattle. With only a very late draft choice coming back and no comparable long-term payoff from that selection, Pittsburgh's realized return was limited, supporting a D+ grade in this small transaction. The grade reflects the practical value created for the franchise rather than the asset's label or perceived value on the day of the trade.
Seattle Seahawks Return
Seattle acquired guard Ron Coder plus the later 1977 twelfth-round pick, No. 329, which became I.V. Wilson, while surrendering only pick No. 310. Restoring Coder to Seattle's side materially changes the evaluation because he supplied multi-season offensive-line service for the young franchise. That combination of a usable veteran and a retained late selection supports a B grade and a clear Seahawks win. The same standard applies here: actual playing contribution and clearly retained draft value matter more than theoretical upside that never materialized.
Value in Hindsight
Correct asset direction is decisive here. Once Coder is placed on Seattle's return, the Seahawks gave up one late pick and received both a veteran lineman and another late pick. Pittsburgh's side was limited to No. 310. Coder's subsequent service creates a clear practical advantage for Seattle despite the modest stakes.
Final Verdict
The final call is Seattle Seahawks Win. Pittsburgh Steelers earns D+, and Seattle Seahawks earns B. Those grades reflect the supported package and the relative football value each side realized while keeping the scale of the transaction in proper context.