Chicago Bears received Jeff Graham in the 1994-04-29 exchange…
Chicago Bears received Jeff Graham in the 1994-04-29 exchange with Pittsburgh Steelers. Pittsburgh sent Jeff Graham to Chicago for the future fifth-round choice used on Lee Flowers. Graham immediately became a major Bears receiving piece, including a 1,301-yard season in 1995, while Flowers developed into a long-tenured Steelers defensive back and starter. The documented result supports a B- grade for Chicago Bears. The overall verdict is Even Trade, based on realized value rather than hypothetical upside.
Chicago Bears Received
- player Jeff Graham
Pittsburgh Steelers Received
- pick 1995 5th round pick (151st overall, Lee Flowers )
Trade Analysis
The Exchange
On 1994-04-29, Chicago Bears received Jeff Graham, while Pittsburgh Steelers received 1995 5th round pick (151st overall, Lee Flowers). Pittsburgh sent Jeff Graham to Chicago for the future fifth-round choice used on Lee Flowers. Graham immediately became a major Bears receiving piece, including a 1,301-yard season in 1995, while Flowers developed into a long-tenured Steelers defensive back and starter. The deal is judged by what each club actually realized, with downstream value assigned only where the asset trail supports it.
Chicago Bears Return
Chicago Bears received Jeff Graham in the 1994-04-29 exchange with Pittsburgh Steelers. Pittsburgh sent Jeff Graham to Chicago for the future fifth-round choice used on Lee Flowers. Graham immediately became a major Bears receiving piece, including a 1,301-yard season in 1995, while Flowers developed into a long-tenured Steelers defensive back and starter. The documented result supports a B- grade for Chicago Bears. The overall verdict is Even Trade, based on realized value rather than hypothetical upside.
Pittsburgh Steelers Return
Pittsburgh Steelers received 1995 5th round pick (151st overall, Lee Flowers) in the 1994-04-29 exchange with Chicago Bears. Pittsburgh sent Jeff Graham to Chicago for the future fifth-round choice used on Lee Flowers. Graham immediately became a major Bears receiving piece, including a 1,301-yard season in 1995, while Flowers developed into a long-tenured Steelers defensive back and starter. The documented result supports a B- grade for Pittsburgh Steelers. The overall verdict is Even Trade, based on realized value rather than hypothetical upside.
Value in Hindsight
Hindsight keeps the comparison proportional to the transaction. The research establishes the package and the meaningful post-trade outcomes well enough to compare both sides without overstating a minor deal. The balance turns on direct production, roster utility, and supported draft-asset value.
Final Verdict
The final call is Even Trade. Chicago Bears receives a B-, while Pittsburgh Steelers receives a B-. Those grades reflect the documented package and the outcomes tied to this exchange, not speculation about what either side might have done differently.