NFL Trade Verdict

Even Trade

Jets acquired draft pick (undisclosed pick) from New England Patriots for Delles Howell. Depth move with limited long-term impact; historical production on both sides was marginal, supporting an even grade.

July 31, 1976 New England Patriots ↔ New York Jets Confidence: high Tier: minor

New England Patriots Received

New York Jets Received

  • pick draft pick (?-?)

New England Patriots

C

New York Jets

C

Trade Analysis

New England Patriots received Delles Howell and gave up draft pick (undisclosed pick). The even verdict reflects a low-separation exchange where the recorded player, pick, cash, or rights value does not create a clear long-term winner.