NFL Trade Verdict

Pittsburgh Steelers Win

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Rocky Bleier from New England/Boston Patriots for Phil Clark. Analysis: Pittsburgh came away from this 1971 transaction with the stronger side of the exchange. The assets acquired from New England/Boston Patriots provided meaningful roster value — either through direct on-field contribution, draft capital, or positional need addressed — that outpaced what was sent away.

October 1, 1971 Pittsburgh SteelersNew England Boston Patriots Confidence: high Tier: minor

Trade Summary

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Rocky Bleier from New England/Boston Patriots for Phil Clark. Analysis: Pittsburgh came away from this 1971 transaction with the stronger side of the exchange. The assets acquired from New England/Boston Patriots provided meaningful roster value — either through direct on-field contribution, draft capital, or positional need addressed — that outpaced what was sent away.

Trade Analysis

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Rocky Bleier from New England/Boston Patriots for Phil Clark. Analysis: Pittsburgh came away from this 1971 transaction with the stronger side of the exchange. The assets acquired from New England/Boston Patriots provided meaningful roster value — either through direct on-field contribution, draft capital, or positional need addressed — that outpaced what was sent away. New England/Boston Patriots received Phil Clark and gave up Rocky Bleier. The partner grade reflects the same value curve from the opposite side of the transaction.