Miami Dolphins and Pittsburgh Steelers Complete Blockbuster Trade
The Miami Dolphins have traded Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, marking a significant player exchange.
Overview
- The Miami Dolphins traded Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- In return, the Dolphins received safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, a former Miami player.
- Jonnu Smith had an impressive season with 884 yards, 8 touchdowns, and 88 catches.
- This trade is considered a blockbuster deal involving multiple star players.
- Fitzpatrick is viewed as a potential Hall of Fame player, enhancing the Dolphins' roster.
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Analysis
Center-leaning sources frame the Dolphins' trade as a significant, roster-altering event, emphasizing the star power involved. They express a mix of excitement and skepticism, highlighting the potential impact on both teams while subtly favoring the Dolphins' acquisition of Minkah Fitzpatrick, suggesting a strategic advantage in the deal.
The Miami Dolphins traded Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for Minkah Fitzpatrick and draft picks.
Both sides agreed it would be best to potentially move on.
Losing Smith, who held out of mandatory minicamp due to his contract situation, is a big blow to the offense but they have the personnel to compensate.
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"…The Dolphins made Fitzpatrick the No. 11 pick of the 2018 draft but traded him to the Steelers in 2019 in a reported disagreement with coach Brian Flores over how Fitzpatrick was being used."
Chicago Tribune·7d·"…The Miami Dolphins are sending All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey, Pro Bowl tight end Jonnu Smith and a 2027 seventh-round draft pick to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for All-Pro safety Minkah Fitzpatrick and a 2027 fifth-round pick."
Associated Press·7d·"…The Dolphins are reuniting with three-time All-Pro safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, whom they originally drafted in the first round in 2018."
USA TODAY·7d·FAQ
The Miami Dolphins traded Jalen Ramsey, Jonnu Smith, and a 2027 seventh-round draft pick to the Pittsburgh Steelers, in exchange for safety Minkah Fitzpatrick and a 2027 fifth-round draft pick.
Jonnu Smith had an outstanding season with 884 receiving yards, 8 touchdowns, and 88 catches, earning his first selection to the Pro Bowl.
Minkah Fitzpatrick, viewed as a potential Hall of Fame safety, was traded back to the Miami Dolphins, enhancing their defensive lineup.
Jonnu Smith signed a one-year contract extension with the Steelers worth $12 million.
Jonnu Smith is expected to be a key target for the Steelers' newly acquired quarterback Aaron Rodgers, while the addition of Jalen Ramsey strengthens their defense.
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