Detroit Lions received Orien Harris, while Los Angeles/St.…
Detroit Lions received Orien Harris, while Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams received Ronald Curry. Detroit acquired defensive tackle Orien Harris and St. Louis acquired wide receiver Ronald Curry. Harris made Detroit's initial roster but was waived in September without appearing in a regular-season game for the Lions, while Curry was released by the Rams before the 2009 season. That outcome supports a D grade for Detroit Lions, a D for Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams, and a Even Trade verdict.
Detroit Lions Received
- player Orien Harris
Los Angeles Rams Received
- player Ronald Curry
Trade Analysis
The Exchange
Detroit Lions received Orien Harris, and Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams received Ronald Curry. Detroit acquired defensive tackle Orien Harris and St. Louis acquired wide receiver Ronald Curry. Harris made Detroit's initial roster but was waived in September without appearing in a regular-season game for the Lions, while Curry was released by the Rams before the 2009 season. Because this was a minor transaction, the grades should reflect realized roster or draft value without overstating the stakes.
Detroit Lions Return
Detroit Lions received Orien Harris, while Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams received Ronald Curry. Detroit acquired defensive tackle Orien Harris and St. Louis acquired wide receiver Ronald Curry. Harris made Detroit's initial roster but was waived in September without appearing in a regular-season game for the Lions, while Curry was released by the Rams before the 2009 season. That outcome supports a D grade for Detroit Lions, a D for Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams, and a Even Trade verdict.
Los Angeles Rams Return
Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams received Ronald Curry and sent Orien Harris to Detroit Lions. Detroit acquired defensive tackle Orien Harris and St. Louis acquired wide receiver Ronald Curry. Harris made Detroit's initial roster but was waived in September without appearing in a regular-season game for the Lions, while Curry was released by the Rams before the 2009 season. On balance, Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams earns a D, Detroit Lions earns a D, 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. Detroit Lions receives a D, while Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams receives a D. 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.