The Miami Dolphins are ready to move on from star cornerback Jalen Ramsey just two seasons after acquiring him in a blockbuster trade from the Los Angeles Rams. According to general manager Chris Grier, the franchise is actively attempting to trade the seven-time Pro Bowler.
Grier confirmed that the decision wasn’t a result of Ramsey’s trade request or contract dispute. However, he stopped short of explaining why the two sides are set to part ways.
“I will say these decisions aren’t done quickly and they’re not taken lightly because we spent a lot of time this offseason working through this, talking through things,” Grier told reporters during a press conference earlier this week. “ … So we went through the process and just felt that after numerous conversations and then talking last week with Jalen and his agent, that it was best to move forward and it was in the best interests of the Miami Dolphins and for Jalen Ramsey.”
The Dolphins would likely want to complete the trade ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft, where they could target his replacement with acquired draft compensation or the No. 13 overall selection they already own. The rest of their cornerback room is thin and consists mainly of unproven players like former undrafted free agent pickup Kader Kohou and 2023’s second-round pick Cam Smith, who only played six games last season due to an injury.
Ramsey is expected to have a lot of interest considering his resume. However, it is unclear how much the Dolphins would get for him, considering his declining form and large contract. He played in 17 games last season, getting two interceptions, 11 passes defended, and 60 tackles.
