NFL Trade Verdict
New Orleans Saints Win
Los Angeles Chargers acquired Chuck Muncie from New Orleans Saints for 1981 second round pick (#51-Ricky Jackson / Rickey Jackson). The pick became Hall of Fame linebacker Rickey Jackson, giving New Orleans Saints the decisive long-term return.
Los Angeles Chargers Received
- player Chuck Muncie
New Orleans Saints Received
- pick 1981 second round pick (#51-Ricky Jackson / Rickey Jackson)
Trade Analysis
New Orleans converted a departing veteran into the draft pick used on Rickey Jackson. Jackson's Hall of Fame career creates a decisive hindsight advantage for the Saints.