New England Patriots received Mike Haggerty in the 1971-07-08…
New England Patriots received Mike Haggerty in the 1971-07-08 exchange with Pittsburgh Steelers. New England's official historical trade records records the July 8, 1971 acquisition of tackle Mike Haggerty from Pittsburgh for linebacker Marty Schottenheimer and the Patriots' 1972 fourteenth-round choice. Schottenheimer was subsequently moved by Pittsburgh to Baltimore for another 1972 selection, creating additional draft value, while Haggerty gave New England one season. The documented result supports a C grade for New England Patriots. The overall verdict is Pittsburgh Steelers Win, based on realized value rather than hypothetical upside.
New England Patriots Received
- player Mike Haggerty
Pittsburgh Steelers Received
- player Marty Schottenheimer
- pick 1972 14th round pick (selection not identified)
Trade Analysis
The Exchange
On 1971-07-08, New England Patriots received Mike Haggerty, while Pittsburgh Steelers received Marty Schottenheimer, 1972 14th round pick (selection not identified). New England's official historical trade records records the July 8, 1971 acquisition of tackle Mike Haggerty from Pittsburgh for linebacker Marty Schottenheimer and the Patriots' 1972 fourteenth-round choice. Schottenheimer was subsequently moved by Pittsburgh to Baltimore for another 1972 selection, creating additional draft value, while Haggerty gave New England one season. The deal is judged by what each club actually realized, with downstream value assigned only where the asset trail supports it.
Boston/New England Patriots Return
New England Patriots received Mike Haggerty in the 1971-07-08 exchange with Pittsburgh Steelers. New England's official historical trade records records the July 8, 1971 acquisition of tackle Mike Haggerty from Pittsburgh for linebacker Marty Schottenheimer and the Patriots' 1972 fourteenth-round choice. Schottenheimer was subsequently moved by Pittsburgh to Baltimore for another 1972 selection, creating additional draft value, while Haggerty gave New England one season. The documented result supports a C grade for New England Patriots. The overall verdict is Pittsburgh Steelers Win, based on realized value rather than hypothetical upside.
Pittsburgh Steelers Return
Pittsburgh Steelers received Marty Schottenheimer, 1972 14th round pick (selection not identified) in the 1971-07-08 exchange with New England Patriots. New England's official historical trade records records the July 8, 1971 acquisition of tackle Mike Haggerty from Pittsburgh for linebacker Marty Schottenheimer and the Patriots' 1972 fourteenth-round choice. The supported outcome gives Pittsburgh Steelers a C+ grade. The overall verdict is Pittsburgh Steelers Win, based on the direct football and draft value actually realized after the trade.
Value in Hindsight
Hindsight keeps the comparison proportional to the transaction. The research establishes the package and the meaningful post-trade outcomes well enough to compare both sides without overstating a minor deal. The balance turns on direct production, roster utility, and supported draft-asset value.
Final Verdict
The final call is Pittsburgh Steelers Win. New England Patriots receives a C, while Pittsburgh Steelers receives a C+. Those grades reflect the documented package and the outcomes tied to this exchange, not speculation about what either side might have done differently.