Miami Dolphins Trade Waddle, Stockpile Picks for Future

0:00This is Corey with the story with NFL News Today, powered by the Daily News Now. Subscribe for daily updates on your team. The Miami Dolphins made waves this week by trading wide receiver Jalen Waddle to the Denver Broncos. Waddle, a cornerstone player drafted sixth overall in 2021, brought a big haul of draft picks in return. Fans were stunned since he was seen as a long-term piece alongside quarterback Tua Taggo Veloa. Rumors swirled about running back Dave on a chain heading out the door too, but sources say the Dolphins are shutting down those talks. They view him as untouchable for now and might even extend his contract soon. General manager John Eric Sullivan is playing bold in his first offseason, stockpiling picks instead of chasing quick fixes. Fans have mixed feelings with some grading the Waddle deal highly for the future assets, while others worry about the immediate offense. New quarterback Malik Willis now faces a thinner receiving group, but the team's depth in other spots offers hope. Miami's rebuild feels like a total reset under Sullivan's lead.

1:03The Dolphins are already nearing their own franchise record for draft capital, thanks to this aggressive approach. They hosted top-wide receiver prospect, McCye Limon for a top-30 vision, and signed Punner Bradley Pinyon plus two special teamers to bolster the roster. As free agency rolls into draft prep, Miami's vision is clear. Load up on young talent and aim big in 2026.