NFL Trade Verdict
Even Trade
Los Angeles/Cleveland/St. Louis Rams acquired Ed Wade / Red Wade; Bannie Albanese / Vannie Albanese from Chicago Bears for Lou Gordon. Minor depth transaction with no long-term impact for either franchise; historical hindsight shows balanced value.
Chicago Bears Received
- player Lou Gordon
Los Angeles Rams Received
- player Ed Wade / Red Wade
- player Bannie Albanese / Vannie Albanese
Trade Analysis
Chicago Bears received Lou Gordon and gave up Ed Wade / Red Wade; Bannie Albanese / Vannie Albanese. 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.