Miami Dolphins

Denver acquired Jaylen Waddle and a 2026 fourth-round pick from Miami for a first-round pick, a third-round pick, and a fourth-round pick, giving Sean Payton’s offense a proven wide receiver at a premium price. This is a major modern roster bet, not a neutral pick shuffle. Denver paid first-round-level capital for a known explosive receiver while also receiving a fourth-rounder back. The Broncos grade is cautiously positive because Waddle fit an immediate offensive need and arrived with prime years left, but the price keeps the deal from grading higher until the on-field return is known. Miami’s grade is strong because it converted a veteran wideout into premium draft flexibility.

Summary: Pittsburgh traded Minkah Fitzpatrick to Miami along with a seventh-round pick, receiving Jalen Ramsey, Jonnu Smith, and a seventh in return. Fitzpatrick had requested a release; Ramsey is a former All-Pro cornerback. Analysis: Pittsburgh restructured an exit situation into useful contributors. Ramsey, though past his peak, brought legitimate press-man experience, and Jonnu Smith provides a receiving tight end option. Miami absorbed Fitzpatrick's contract while Pittsburgh refreshed two roster spots. Given that Fitzpatrick was essentially a departing asset, extracting two contributors plus picks is an above-average outcome. Slight upgrade from "Miami Dolphins Lean" to slight Pittsburgh edge.

Denver traded Bradley Chubb to Miami for a first-round-centered package, cashing out a talented edge rusher before a major contract decision. The Broncos made a disciplined roster-value move by converting Chubb into premium capital instead of carrying the full long-term risk of a major extension. Miami acquired a real pass-rush piece, but injuries and contract cost made the Dolphins’ side riskier. Denver’s return also became part of the broader Sean Payton compensation chain, giving the trade additional franchise-building significance.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired 2021 5th round pick (156th overall, Isaiahh Loudermilk) from Miami Dolphins for 2022 4th round pick (125th overall, Erik Ezukanma). Analysis: The trade grades against Pittsburgh because the outgoing side carried more durable value, stronger draft upside, or a better long-term return for Miami Dolphins.

Seattle acquired 2020 7th round pick (251st overall, Stephen Sullivan) from Miami Dolphins on 2020-04-25, sending 2021 6th round pick (208th overall subsequently traded, Stone Forsythe) in return. Seattle's side of this 2020 draft-capital exchange was straightforward: the Seahawks received 2020 7th round pick (251st overall, Stephen Sullivan) and surrendered 2021 6th round pick (208th overall subsequently traded, Stone Forsythe). The C grade reflects the known return, while Miami Dolphins's C grade accounts for the countervalue. The trade belongs as a minor database entry because its documented impact was real but not franchise-shaping.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired All-Pro safety Minkah Fitzpatrick from Miami mid-season in exchange for a first-round pick and two other picks. Fitzpatrick transformed Pittsburgh's secondary and made multiple Pro Bowls. Analysis: Fitzpatrick was arguably the NFL's best safety in 2019 and continued to be one of Pittsburgh's most impactful defenders for years. Miami's #18 pick became Austin Jackson, who contributed modestly. The 2020 fifth and 2021 sixth added minimal value for Miami. Pittsburgh essentially acquired a perennial All-Pro for the equivalent of a single first-round pick in a weak draft class — outstanding value. Upgrading from A- to A.

Minnesota received 2020 7th round pick (219th overall subsequently traded, Geno Stone) and sent Danny Isidora.

Summary: Jacksonville acquired Branden Albert from Miami Dolphins for a conditional 2018 pick (not conveyed). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange. Jacksonville addressed a roster or draft-board preference, while the partner received comparable value in return.

Minnesota received 2016 6th round pick (196th overall subsequently traded, Blake Countess) and 2016 7th round pick (227th overall, Stephen Weatherly) and sent 2016 6th round pick (186th overall, Jakeem Grant).

Vikings traded 2016 3rd-round pick (#86-Leonte Carroo) to Miami and received three picks, including a 2017 3rd that became Kareem Hunt via a subsequent trade chain. This was a net gain in pick volume. Leonte Carroo had minimal NFL impact.

Minnesota received Greg Camarillo and sent Benny Sapp.

Summary: Jacksonville acquired Justin Smiley from Miami Dolphins for 2011 7th round pick (218th overall subsequently traded, Ryan Taylor). Analysis: This was a late-round or depth-chart exchange with limited franchise impact. The value difference is small enough to treat as essentially even.

Denver traded Brandon Marshall to Miami for two second-round picks, moving on from a high-end receiver while recouping strong draft value. Marshall remained productive after leaving Denver, but the Broncos secured fair compensation and used the situation to reset the roster. Both sides had a defensible case, making this closer to a balanced football trade than a fleece.

Summary: Jacksonville acquired 2009 7th round pick from Miami Dolphins for Tony McDaniel. Analysis: Jacksonville converted a roster piece into draft capital. The return was modest, but the move created usable asset value.

Minnesota extracted a second-round pick after Culpepper’s injury and contract situation changed his market.

Seattle acquired Ronald Flemons from Miami Dolphins on 2005-08-04, sending Kris Richard in return. Seattle's side of this 2005 player-for-player exchange was straightforward: the Seahawks received Ronald Flemons and surrendered Kris Richard. The C grade reflects the known return, while Miami Dolphins's C grade accounts for the countervalue. The trade belongs as a minor database entry because its documented impact was real but not franchise-shaping.

Minnesota received 2004 1st round pick (20th overall, Kenechi Udeze) and 2004 4th round pick (119th overall, Mewelde Moore) and sent 2004 1st round pick (19th overall, Vernon Carey).

Denver acquired John Avery from Miami Dolphins for Marcus Nash. Denver swapped Marcus Nash for John Avery, a direct player-value trade with limited evidence of a major long-term swing. The grades remain modest because the available record supports a useful roster exchange, not a clear franchise-changing win.

Summary: Jacksonville traded four picks (3rd, 4th, 5th, 5th) to Miami and received a 2nd-round pick (Michael Cheever, 60th) and a 4th. Analysis: Jacksonville moved up from the 3rd round into the 2nd, consolidating four selections into two. Cheever provided minimal impact as a lineman, and the picks on Miami's side (Brew, Edwards, McPhail, Burton) yielded mixed results. The math slightly favored Jacksonville in positional round value, but the player returns on both sides were modest. Grade it as a minor JAX lean given the round upgrade; C+ is more accurate than C.

Summary: Jacksonville acquired TE Pete Mitchell from Miami for WR Mike Williams in a preseason roster swap. Analysis: Mitchell became a solid contributor as a blocking tight end and pass-catching option in the early Brunell-era offense. Williams was a depth receiver with minimal impact. Jacksonville got the more useful player in this swap, earning a slight historical lean.

Denver acquired Sammie Smith from Miami Dolphins for Bobby Humphrey (b). Denver swapped Bobby Humphrey (b) for Sammie Smith, a direct player-value trade with limited evidence of a major long-term swing. The grades remain modest because the available record supports a useful roster exchange, not a clear franchise-changing win.

Vikings received Greg Koch; sent 1988 sixth round pick (#156-George Cooper (Fitzgerald)); 1989 tenth round pick (#275-Greg Ross).

Denver acquired Larry Lee (b) from Miami Dolphins for 1988 eighth round pick (#220-Louis Cheek). Denver paid draft capital for Larry Lee (b), making this a targeted personnel acquisition instead of a pure pick shuffle. The Broncos grade of C reflects the balance between immediate roster help and the opportunity cost of the pick sent to Miami Dolphins.

Vikings received 1987 first round pick (#14-D.J. Dozier); sent 1987 first round pick (#16-John Bosa); 1987 fifth round pick (#128-Kitrick Taylor).

Minnesota acquired Anthony Carter, who became one of the franchise’s most dynamic receivers and a postseason difference-maker.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired David Woodley from Miami Dolphins for 1984 third round pick (#79-Sean McNanie). Analysis: The trade grades against Pittsburgh because the outgoing side carried more durable value, stronger draft upside, or a better long-term return for Miami Dolphins.

Denver acquired 1985 fifth round pick (#139-Billy Hinson) from Miami Dolphins for Larry Evans. Denver converted Larry Evans into draft capital, a practical roster-management decision rather than a franchise-shaping swing. The Broncos grade stays at C because the return was useful but limited, while Miami Dolphins lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

Seattle acquired conditional draft pick (conditions unknown) (?-?) from Miami Dolphins on 1981-08-10, sending Andre Hines in return. This transaction fits Seattle's broader roster-building record for 1981: targeted asset movement, limited known aftershocks, and no obvious franchise-altering result. The Seahawks' C+ grade is tied to receiving conditional draft pick (conditions unknown) (?-?) while parting with Andre Hines. Miami Dolphins's side is graded C because the exchange appears roughly balanced from the available record.

Vikings received Jim Langer; sent 1981 sixth round pick (#154-Fulton Walker); 1982 fifth round pick (#120-Bob Nelson).

Seattle acquired 1978 eleventh round pick (#301-George Halas (a)) from Miami Dolphins on 1977-07-20, sending Carl Barisich in return. The value case for Seattle comes down to the direct asset exchange: 1978 eleventh round pick (#301-George Halas (a)) for Carl Barisich. There is no clear evidence of a major downstream swing, so the grade stays modest rather than inflated. For TradeVerdicts, this row matters because it preserves the transaction trail without overstating the long-term Seahawks impact.

Denver acquired John Stofa from Miami Dolphins for 1972 seventh round pick (#161-Bill Adams). Denver paid draft capital for John Stofa, making this a targeted personnel acquisition instead of a pure pick shuffle. The Broncos grade of C reflects the balance between immediate roster help and the opportunity cost of the pick sent to Miami Dolphins.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired 1971 eighth round pick (#203-Ernie Holmes / Fat Holmes) from Miami Dolphins for Bob DeMarco. Analysis: Pittsburgh came away from this 1970 transaction with the stronger side of the exchange. The assets acquired from Miami Dolphins provided meaningful roster value — either through direct on-field contribution, draft capital, or positional need addressed — that outpaced what was sent away.

Vikings received Dick Westmoreland; sent Gene Bolin / Bookie Bolin.

Denver acquired 1968 fourth round pick (#91-Gordon Lambert) from Miami Dolphins for John Bramlett. Denver converted John Bramlett into draft capital, a practical roster-management decision rather than a franchise-shaping swing. The Broncos grade stays at C because the return was useful but limited, while Miami Dolphins lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

Denver acquired Earl Faison; Carlton Gilchrist / Cookie Gilchrist; Ernest Park / Earnie Park / Ernie Park; George Wilson Jr. from Miami Dolphins in exchange for Abner Haynes; Jerry Hopkins; Dan LaRose / Danny LaRose; 1968 sixth round pick (#142-Kim Hammond). Denver paid draft capital for Earl Faison, making this a targeted personnel acquisition instead of a pure pick shuffle. The Broncos grade of C reflects the balance between immediate roster help and the opportunity cost of the pick sent to Miami Dolphins.

Denver acquired Bill Cronin from Miami Dolphins for (Herschel) Ray Jacobs. Denver swapped (Herschel) Ray Jacobs for Bill Cronin, a direct player-value trade with limited evidence of a major long-term swing. The grades remain modest because the available record supports a useful roster exchange, not a clear franchise-changing win.

Denver acquired 1967 third round pick (#58-Mike Current); 1967 fifth round pick (#110-Fran Lynch) from Miami Dolphins in exchange for Carlton Gilchrist / Cookie Gilchrist. Denver converted Carlton Gilchrist / Cookie Gilchrist into draft capital, a practical roster-management decision rather than a franchise-shaping swing. The Broncos grade stays at C because the return was useful but limited, while Miami Dolphins lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

Denver acquired Jerry Oliver from Miami Dolphins for 1967 twelfth round pick (#295-Jim Whitaker). Denver paid draft capital for Jerry Oliver, making this a targeted personnel acquisition instead of a pure pick shuffle. The Broncos grade of C reflects the balance between immediate roster help and the opportunity cost of the pick sent to Miami Dolphins.