NFL Trade Verdict

Vikings Win

Minnesota turned the No. 2 slot into Chris Doleman, a future Hall of Fame pass rusher, plus extra value.

April 30, 1985 Minnesota VikingsAtlanta Falcons Confidence: high Tier: major

Minnesota Vikings Received

  • pick 1985 first round pick (#4- Chris Doleman )
  • pick 1985 third round pick (#60-Tim Meamber)

Atlanta Falcons Received

  • pick 1985 first round pick (#2-Bill Fralic)

Trade Summary

Minnesota turned the No. 2 slot into Chris Doleman, a future Hall of Fame pass rusher, plus extra value.

Trade Analysis

Minnesota turned the No. 2 slot into Chris Doleman, a future Hall of Fame pass rusher, plus extra value. Atlanta moved up for Bill Fralic, a very good player, but Minnesota landed the more franchise-altering asset.