New York Giants received Jim Norton, while Washington…
New York Giants received Jim Norton, while Washington Commanders received Bruce Anderson. Jim Norton did not match the immediate contribution Anderson supplied in Washington. New York therefore received the less productive side of the exchange. In hindsight, that direct return supports a D+ grade for New York Giants. The grade reflects realized football value from this exchange rather than reputation alone.
New York Giants Received
- player Jim Norton
Washington Commanders Received
- player Bruce Anderson
Trade Analysis
The Exchange
On 1970-08-13, New York Giants received Jim Norton, while Washington Commanders received Bruce Anderson. The deal was limited in scale, so the evaluation turns on the direct football value each club actually received. The supported package is treated as the complete exchange, and the grades stay proportional to what this transaction produced.
New York Giants Return
New York Giants received Jim Norton, while Washington Commanders received Bruce Anderson. Jim Norton did not match the immediate contribution Anderson supplied in Washington. New York therefore received the less productive side of the exchange. In hindsight, that direct return supports a D+ grade for New York Giants. The grade reflects realized football value from this exchange rather than reputation alone.
Washington Return
Washington Commanders received Bruce Anderson, while New York Giants received Jim Norton. Bruce Anderson appeared in all 14 games for Washington in 1970 and started eight of them. That immediate role gave Washington a tangible season of defensive value from the trade. In hindsight, that direct return supports a B- grade for Washington Commanders. The grade reflects realized football value from this exchange rather than reputation alone.
Value in Hindsight
Washington's edge comes from clear, documented usage. Anderson was available for the full 1970 schedule and started more than half the games, which is meaningful return in a small player-for-player trade. The Giants did not receive comparable direct value from Norton, creating a modest but real Washington win. Because this was a relatively small exchange, the grade gap is kept in proportion to the actual difference in outcomes rather than the size of the names involved.
Final Verdict
The final judgment is Washington Commanders Win. New York Giants receives D+, while Washington Commanders receives B-. The verdict follows the strongest supported comparison of what each side directly obtained. A modest deal can still produce a winner, but the grades remain scaled to the transaction's limited size and realized impact.