NFL Trade Verdict

Pittsburgh Steelers Win

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired future considerations (Mike Connelly on 1968-08-19) from Dallas Cowboys for rights to Mike Clark (Vincent). Analysis: This 1968 transaction involved the trading of player rights — common in the pre-merger era when rosters were more fluid and player movement less formalized. Rights trades carried uncertainty since the players involved might not join the acquiring team. The value reflected positional need and scouting judgment more than established track records.

July 23, 1968 Pittsburgh SteelersDallas Cowboys Confidence: low Tier: minor Provisional Record

Trade Summary

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired future considerations (Mike Connelly on 1968-08-19) from Dallas Cowboys for rights to Mike Clark (Vincent). Analysis: This 1968 transaction involved the trading of player rights — common in the pre-merger era when rosters were more fluid and player movement less formalized. Rights trades carried uncertainty since the players involved might not join the acquiring team. The value reflected positional need and scouting judgment more than established track records.

Trade Analysis

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired future considerations (Mike Connelly on 1968-08-19) from Dallas Cowboys for rights to Mike Clark (Vincent). Analysis: This 1968 transaction involved the trading of player rights — common in the pre-merger era when rosters were more fluid and player movement less formalized. Rights trades carried uncertainty since the players involved might not join the acquiring team. The value reflected positional need and scouting judgment more than established track records. Dallas Cowboys received rights to Mike Clark (Vincent) and gave up future considerations (Mike Connelly on 1968-08-19). The partner grade reflects the same value curve from the opposite side of the transaction.