The Miami Dolphins continue to explore trade options for veterans with expensive contracts as they head into serious cap space issues. One name that has been circulating since the offseason began is Jalen Ramsey. The veteran cornerback is entering the later stages of his career, and his contract is becoming a financial concern. However, now that it’s past June 1, a potential deal would be more affordable for Miami.
“ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports ‘there’s more interest in Jalen Ramsey than people realize.’ Trade could be announced in June, potentially. Schefter notes if trade happens before, it wouldn’t be processed until after June 1 for cap reasons,” Miami Herald’s Barry Jackson posted.
Even though a post–June 1 trade reduces the cap hit, some teams remain hesitant because of Ramsey’s guaranteed salary.
“But a lot of these teams are spooked by the money because of the $24 million guaranteed. The Rams are sort of waiting it out. It’s really interesting. I do think it’ll get done, I just don’t know what it’s going to look like financially. But I know he’s supposed to get traded in somewhat short order, so I think in the next week or two I could see it coming together,” ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler said.
It’s now believed that Ramsey could shift from cornerback to safety—a move that might open up more opportunities, especially with teams that have a need at that position. One potential suitor is the Carolina Panthers.
“Ramsey is a fan of Panthers defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero, who coached him in Los Angeles, and the Panthers have a big need at safety opposite new addition Tre’von Moehrig. As 30-year-old Ramsey enters the latter part of his career, safety might be a better position for him,” ESPN’s Ben Solak wrote.
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Ramsey would be a valuable addition to any defense and is reportedly open to playing whatever position is needed. With safety being a more pressing need for Carolina, don’t be surprised if that’s the role he takes on—if a deal gets done.
