Miami Dolphins Trade Waddle, Stockpile Picks for Rebuild

0:00It's March 23rd, from breaking news to Sunday matchups. This is NFL News Today, powered by AI. The Miami Dolphins made waves last week by trading wide receiver Jalen Waddle to the Denver Broncos. In return, they got a first-round pick, 30th overall, and the 2026 NFL draft, along with third and fourth-round picks that same year. Miami also sent their own fourth-rounder back to Denver. Team leaders saw this as a smart move for their rebuild. Waddle, now on his second contract, just did not line up with the long-term timeline. By 2028, those new draft picks would be entering their third season, ready to contribute, while Waddle would be 30 and eyeing. A new deal. Fans were stunned, since Waddle was a fan favorite and key part of the offense. New General Manager John Eric Sullivan appreciated his skills, but prioritized the fresh talent and salary cap relief to reset the roster for future. Contention Now the focus shifts to this year's draft, where the Dolphins hold 11 picks.

1:02Hitting on those selections could kickstart their path to becoming a steady playoff threat in the AFC. With cap space cleared and picks in hand, Miami is positioning itself to build a younger, squad that could challenge soon.