Even Trade
Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Jimmy Maples / Butch Maples from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for 1965 tenth round pick (?-?). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts received comparable value in return. The grade is deliberately conservative because part of the source record is incomplete, conditional, approximate, or still too recent for a firm historical verdict.
Pittsburgh Steelers Received
- player Jimmy Maples / Butch Maples
Indianapolis Baltimore Colts Received
- pick 1965 tenth round pick (undisclosed overall/player)
Trade Summary
Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Jimmy Maples / Butch Maples from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for 1965 tenth round pick (?-?). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts received comparable value in return. The grade is deliberately conservative because part of the source record is incomplete, conditional, approximate, or still too recent for a firm historical verdict.
Trade Analysis
Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Jimmy Maples / Butch Maples from Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts for 1965 tenth round pick (?-?). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts received comparable value in return. The grade is deliberately conservative because part of the source record is incomplete, conditional, approximate, or still too recent for a firm historical verdict. Indianapolis/Baltimore Colts received 1965 tenth round pick (?-?) and gave up Jimmy Maples / Butch Maples. The partner grade reflects the same value curve from the opposite side of the transaction.