Dolphins traded for Ramsey with a 3rd Round pick just two years ago
Just two years after the Miami Dolphins acquired Jalen Ramsey from the Los Angeles Rams for a third-round pick, the All-Pro cornerback’s future in South Florida is uncertain. As the 2025 offseason heats up, trade rumors are swirling—and it’s starting to feel like the Dolphins and Ramsey are heading for an inevitable split.
The Dolphins are entering a pivotal offseason, one that could significantly reshape their roster and trajectory. And at the center of it all is Ramsey, a defensive cornerstone who may soon be wearing another uniform.
Now, the whispers are getting louder—not just that the Dolphins are open to dealing him, but that a return to Los Angeles may already be in motion.
Ramsey’s value on the field remains undeniable. In 2024, he appeared in 13 games, recorded four interceptions, forced two fumbles, and held opposing quarterbacks to a sub-70 passer rating when targeted. He brings leadership, intensity, and a swagger that has helped define the Dolphins’ defense.
However, he’s not getting any younger. At 30, with a physical style of play and a hefty contract—$24 million in 2025—his long-term value is a fair question.
Trade Partners and Price
Multiple teams are reportedly keeping an eye on the situation. The Baltimore Ravens, Dallas Cowboys, and Detroit Lions are among those with playoff hopes and needs in the secondary. But Ramsey’s salary is a major hurdle. That price tag could scare teams off—or, alternatively, help Miami fetch better compensation if they’re willing to eat part of the contract.
Ramsey has restructured deals before, and doing so again could open more doors. Still, the situation feels tenuous. While Ramsey has publicly remained diplomatic—saying, “I’m focused on winning. I love my teammates and want to bring a championship to Miami”—if he truly wanted to stay, we likely wouldn’t be here.
Ramsey back to the Rams?
All signs point to the Rams as the front-runners. Head coach Sean McVay recently offered a telling comment:
“We’ll see, but we’re never going to shy away from opportunities to increase the competitiveness of our roster or add great players—as long as it fits within the framework of everything that an acquisition like that would entail.”
That sounds like a door left very much open.
With June 1st looming—the date when the Dolphins can more easily offload Ramsey’s contract—it’s likely the trade talks will escalate quickly. Expect a flurry of negotiations, with Miami haggling for the best possible deal.
A conditional fourth- or fifth-round pick seems realistic, especially if the Dolphins agree to absorb part of Ramsey’s salary. The return won’t match the hype of the original trade, but at this point, the team’s leverage is limited.
You can bet with the best pay per head that only one person knows exactly how this ends—and that’s Jalen Ramsey himself. But one thing is clear: the Dolphins are bracing for change, and Ramsey’s next destination may already be taking shape.
