Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams received Frank Varrichione, while…
Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams received Frank Varrichione, while Pittsburgh Steelers received Lou Michaels. Pittsburgh received Lou Michaels, who became a productive defensive end and kicker for three seasons, while the Rams received tackle Frank Varrichione, who started 56 games for Los Angeles from 1961 through 1965 and made the 1962 Pro Bowl. Both clubs received substantial veteran value. That outcome supports a B+ grade for Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams, a B+ for Pittsburgh Steelers, and a Even Trade verdict.
Los Angeles Rams Received
- player Frank Varrichione
Pittsburgh Steelers Received
- player Lou Michaels
Trade Analysis
The Exchange
Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams received Frank Varrichione, and Pittsburgh Steelers received Lou Michaels. Pittsburgh received Lou Michaels, who became a productive defensive end and kicker for three seasons, while the Rams received tackle Frank Varrichione, who started 56 games for Los Angeles from 1961 through 1965 and made the 1962 Pro Bowl. Both clubs received substantial veteran value. Because this was a minor transaction, the grades should reflect realized roster or draft value without overstating the stakes.
Los Angeles Rams Return
Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams received Frank Varrichione, while Pittsburgh Steelers received Lou Michaels. Pittsburgh received Lou Michaels, who became a productive defensive end and kicker for three seasons, while the Rams received tackle Frank Varrichione, who started 56 games for Los Angeles from 1961 through 1965 and made the 1962 Pro Bowl. Both clubs received substantial veteran value. That outcome supports a B+ grade for Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams, a B+ for Pittsburgh Steelers, and a Even Trade verdict.
Pittsburgh Steelers Return
Pittsburgh Steelers received Lou Michaels and sent Frank Varrichione to Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams. Pittsburgh received Lou Michaels, who became a productive defensive end and kicker for three seasons, while the Rams received tackle Frank Varrichione, who started 56 games for Los Angeles from 1961 through 1965 and made the 1962 Pro Bowl. Both clubs received substantial veteran value. On balance, Pittsburgh Steelers earns a B+, Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams earns a B+, and the hindsight verdict is Even Trade.
Value in Hindsight
The difference between the two sides is therefore based on actual results and the scale of the deal. Where the historical record leaves a detail unresolved, the evaluation stays conservative rather than guessing. That is especially important for older minor trades, where the transaction itself can be verified even when every downstream branch cannot.
Final Verdict
The final call is Even Trade. Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams receives a B+, while Pittsburgh Steelers receives a B+. Those grades match the documented package and the subsequent value created by each return. The transaction belongs in the minor tier, but the available evidence is sufficient for a complete hindsight judgment.