NFL Trade Verdict
Green Bay Packers Win
Green Bay acquired the rights to running back Terdell Middleton from the St. Louis Cardinals for Perry Smith. Middleton rushed for 2,044 yards and 15 touchdowns during five seasons with the Packers, highlighted by a 1,116-yard season in 1978.
Arizona Cardinals Received
- player Perry Smith
Green Bay Packers Received
- other rights to Terdell Middleton
Trade Analysis
Middleton became a productive multi-year contributor and delivered a 1,000-yard season for Green Bay. Perry Smith did not provide Arizona with comparable value.