On 1966-10-02, Detroit Lions received 1967 sixth-round draft…
On 1966-10-02, Detroit Lions received 1967 sixth-round draft pick (#144-John McCambridge), while Washington Commanders received Joe Don Looney. The hindsight verdict is Washington Redskins Win, with Detroit Lions graded C+ and Washington Commanders graded B-. The evaluation credits only the consideration that can be traced confidently and keeps uncertain pick details out of the final judgment.
Detroit Lions Received
- pick 1967 sixth-round draft pick (#144-John McCambridge)
Washington Commanders Received
- player Joe Don Looney
Trade Analysis
The Exchange
Detroit traded Joe Don Looney to Washington on October 2, 1966 for a 1967 sixth-round draft choice. In this case, the draft lineage is supportable through No. 144, John McCambridge. That makes the exchange more precise than many historical player-for-pick deals because both the acquired player and the eventual selection can be identified.
Detroit Lions Return
On 1966-10-02, Detroit Lions received 1967 sixth-round draft pick (#144-John McCambridge), while Washington Commanders received Joe Don Looney. The hindsight verdict is Washington Redskins Win, with Detroit Lions graded C+ and Washington Commanders graded B-. The evaluation credits only the consideration that can be traced confidently and keeps uncertain pick details out of the final judgment.
Washington Return
On 1966-10-02, Washington Commanders received Joe Don Looney, while Detroit Lions received 1967 sixth-round draft pick (#144-John McCambridge). The hindsight verdict is Washington Redskins Win, with Washington Commanders graded B- and Detroit Lions graded C+. The evaluation credits only the consideration that can be traced confidently and keeps uncertain pick details out of the final judgment.
Value in Hindsight
The verified No. 144 lineage strengthens the comparison because there is no need to stop at a generic pick. Detroit's return can be followed to McCambridge, and Washington's return can be followed to Looney. That clarity supports a direct hindsight judgment and a moderate separation between the teams.
Final Verdict
Washington earns the B- and the win, while Detroit receives C+. Looney is the Commanders' identified return, and McCambridge is the documented endpoint of Detroit's 1967 sixth-round pick. The grades reflect a Washington advantage without overstating either side of a modest historical trade.