NFL Trade Verdict

San Francisco 49ers Win

San Francisco acquired the 2012 fourth-round pick that became Joe Looney from Detroit for picks tied to Ronnell Lewis and Jonte Green. Looney became the more durable NFL contributor, giving the 49ers a modest win.

April 28, 2012 San Francisco 49ers - Detroit Lions Confidence: high Tier: minor

San Francisco 49ers Received

pick 2012 4th round pick (117th overall, Joe Looney )

Detroit Lions Received

pick 2012 4th round pick (125th overall, Ronnell Lewis )
pick 2012 6th round pick (196th overall, Jonte Green )

San Francisco 49ers

C+

Detroit Lions

C-

Trade Analysis

Detroit received two picks, but San Francisco landed the player who produced the better NFL value. Looney's durability and later career give the 49ers the slight historical edge in this direct two-team trade.