Most Successful QB Mid-Season Trades

History of quarterbacks traded mid-season who actually turned a franchise's fortunes around, providing a benchmark for McCarthy's potential impact.

The top 3

  1. Jimmy Garoppolo to the 49ers: Acquired in 2017, Garoppolo went 5-0 as a starter immediately, setting the stage for a Super Bowl run. Jimmy Garoppolo
  2. Carson Palmer to the Raiders: In 2011, the Raiders traded two high picks for Palmer, who helped stabilize a fractured team mid-season. Carson Palmer
  3. Steve Young to the 49ers: Arguably the greatest trade in history, Young arrived in 1987 and eventually secured multiple championships. Steve Young

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