Los Angeles Chargers Win
Vikings sent OT John Turner to Chargers. Initial return was OT Billy Shields, later converted per contingency clause to a 1985 3rd-round pick (#66, Tim Long). Tim Long was a backup OL — modest return for a starter.
Minnesota Vikings Received
- pick Billy Shields (later changed to 1985 third round pick (#66-Tim Long) via contingency clause in trade)
Los Angeles Chargers Received
- player John Turner
Trade Summary
Vikings sent OT John Turner to Chargers. Initial return was OT Billy Shields, later converted per contingency clause to a 1985 3rd-round pick (#66, Tim Long). Tim Long was a backup OL — modest return for a starter.
Trade Analysis
Vikings sent OT John Turner to Chargers. Initial return was OT Billy Shields, later converted per contingency clause to a 1985 3rd-round pick (#66, Tim Long). Tim Long was a backup OL — modest return for a starter. Los Angeles Chargers received John Turner; sent Billy Shields (later changed to 1985 third round pick (#66-Tim Long) via contingency clause in trade).