NFL Trade Verdict

Even Trade

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Paul Lea (a) from Chicago Bears for 1952 fifth round pick (#54-John Hoffman / Jack Hoffman (a)). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Chicago Bears received comparable value in return.

September 24, 1951 Pittsburgh SteelersChicago Bears Confidence: high Tier: minor

Chicago Bears Received

  • pick 1952 fifth round pick (#54-John Hoffman / Jack Hoffman (a))

Trade Summary

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Paul Lea (a) from Chicago Bears for 1952 fifth round pick (#54-John Hoffman / Jack Hoffman (a)). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Chicago Bears received comparable value in return.

Trade Analysis

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Paul Lea (a) from Chicago Bears for 1952 fifth round pick (#54-John Hoffman / Jack Hoffman (a)). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Chicago Bears received comparable value in return. Chicago Bears received 1952 fifth round pick (#54-John Hoffman / Jack Hoffman (a)) and gave up Paul Lea (a). The partner grade reflects the same value curve from the opposite side of the transaction.