NFL Trade Verdict

Even Trade

Denver acquired Rick Sharp from Pittsburgh Steelers for 1973 eighth round pick (#192-Loren Toews). Denver paid draft capital for Rick Sharp, making this a targeted personnel acquisition instead of a pure pick shuffle. The Broncos grade of C reflects the balance between immediate roster help and the opportunity cost of the pick sent to Pittsburgh Steelers.

September 20, 1972 Denver BroncosPittsburgh Steelers Confidence: high Tier: minor

Pittsburgh Steelers Received

  • pick 1973 eighth round pick (#192-Loren Toews)

Trade Summary

Denver acquired Rick Sharp from Pittsburgh Steelers for 1973 eighth round pick (#192-Loren Toews). Denver paid draft capital for Rick Sharp, making this a targeted personnel acquisition instead of a pure pick shuffle. The Broncos grade of C reflects the balance between immediate roster help and the opportunity cost of the pick sent to Pittsburgh Steelers.

Trade Analysis

Denver acquired Rick Sharp from Pittsburgh Steelers for 1973 eighth round pick (#192-Loren Toews). Denver paid draft capital for Rick Sharp, making this a targeted personnel acquisition instead of a pure pick shuffle. The Broncos grade of C reflects the balance between immediate roster help and the opportunity cost of the pick sent to Pittsburgh Steelers. Pittsburgh Steelers received 1973 eighth round pick (#192-Loren Toews) and gave up Rick Sharp.