San Francisco 49ers Win
Summary: Pittsburgh surrendered the sixth overall pick in the 1961 draft for halfback Dick Moegle. San Francisco used the pick to select Jimmy Johnson, who became a Hall of Fame cornerback. Analysis: Jimmy Johnson (CB) was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame after an outstanding 16-year career in San Francisco. Dick Moegle, while a legitimate player, was nearing the end of his career. Pittsburgh gave up top-six draft value for an aging contributor — a clear loss. The original verdict of "San Francisco Lean" understates the damage. Upgraded to a clear San Francisco Win.
Pittsburgh Steelers Received
San Francisco 49ers Received
- pick 1961 first round pick (#6-Jimmy Johnson / Jimmie Johnson)
Trade Summary
Summary: Pittsburgh surrendered the sixth overall pick in the 1961 draft for halfback Dick Moegle. San Francisco used the pick to select Jimmy Johnson, who became a Hall of Fame cornerback. Analysis: Jimmy Johnson (CB) was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame after an outstanding 16-year career in San Francisco. Dick Moegle, while a legitimate player, was nearing the end of his career. Pittsburgh gave up top-six draft value for an aging contributor — a clear loss. The original verdict of "San Francisco Lean" understates the damage. Upgraded to a clear San Francisco Win.
Trade Analysis
Summary: Pittsburgh surrendered the sixth overall pick in the 1961 draft for halfback Dick Moegle. San Francisco used the pick to select Jimmy Johnson, who became a Hall of Fame cornerback. Analysis: Jimmy Johnson (CB) was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame after an outstanding 16-year career in San Francisco. Dick Moegle, while a legitimate player, was nearing the end of his career. Pittsburgh gave up top-six draft value for an aging contributor — a clear loss. The original verdict of "San Francisco Lean" understates the damage. Upgraded to a clear San Francisco Win. San Francisco 49ers received 1961 first round pick (#6-Jimmy Johnson / Jimmie Johnson) and gave up Dick Moegle / Dicky Moegle / Dickie Moegle. The partner grade reflects the same value curve from the opposite side of the transaction.