NFL Trade Verdict
San Francisco turned Tommy Hart into a 1978 second-round pick…
San Francisco turned Tommy Hart into a 1978 second-round pick that became Walt Downing. The 49ers received the better long-term asset value and win the trade.
Chicago Bears Received
- player Tommy Hart
San Francisco 49ers Received
- pick 1978 second round pick (#47-Walt Downing)
Trade Analysis
Chicago received Hart, but San Francisco's second-round pick return created the stronger value path. Downing became the central asset in the exchange, giving the 49ers the edge.