As the 2025 NFL offseason unfolds, one of the league’s most intriguing storylines centers on Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey and the possibility of a trade that could reshape the defensive landscape for multiple teams. Despite signing a lucrative three-year, $72.3 million extension prior to the 2024 season, Ramsey and the Dolphins mutually agreed earlier this year to explore trade options, making his future a hot topic among NFL insiders and fans alike.
Trade Expected Before Training Camp
ESPN’s Adam Schefter recently provided a clear update on Ramsey’s status during an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, stating, “Jalen Ramsey will be traded. I anticipate this will happen prior to the beginning of training camp.” Schefter added that Ramsey’s preference leans toward a West Coast destination, with the Los Angeles Rams or Chargers topping his list. This aligns with Ramsey’s history, having spent four productive seasons with the Rams from 2019 to 2022, earning three Pro Bowl nods and an All-Pro selection.
The Rams have reportedly shown interest in reacquiring Ramsey, who visited Los Angeles recently to train with former Rams and Chargers safety Eric Weddle. However, the financial implications remain a sticking point, as Ramsey’s contract carries a significant cap hit over $20 million in guaranteed salary for 2025 making any trade a complex negotiation.
Potential Trade Destinations and Fits
Beyond the Rams, several teams have emerged as possible suitors. Fox Sports’ David Helman highlighted the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as a compelling fit, noting their cap space and defensive needs. “The Buccaneers have the cap space, and their roster looks primed for another run at the NFC South title,” Helman said. Pairing Ramsey with head coach Todd Bowles, one of the league’s best defensive minds, could rejuvenate both the player and the team’s secondary.
Other teams rumored to be in the mix include the Pittsburgh Steelers, Green Bay Packers, Los Angeles Chargers, and Atlanta Falcons. Each offers a unique fit, whether through defensive scheme compatibility or cap flexibility. The Chicago Bears have also been linked to Ramsey in speculative three-team trade scenarios, though such deals would likely require creative roster maneuvers.
Challenges and Considerations
While Ramsey’s talent is undeniable he remains one of the NFL’s top shutdown corners his trade is complicated by contract structure and recent tensions with the Dolphins. Miami’s general manager Chris Grier has made it clear the team is moving on, actively seeking a starting cornerback elsewhere in free agency and the draft.
Ramsey’s absence from the Dolphins’ mandatory minicamp in June underscored the strained relationship, though he remains under contract. The Dolphins face a cap hit of $10.7 million in dead money if traded, but moving Ramsey would free up nearly $6 million in cap space for 2025, a significant financial incentive.
What This Means for the NFL
A Ramsey trade would be one of the offseason’s biggest moves, instantly upgrading any secondary and potentially altering playoff projections. For Miami, it signals a new chapter focused on rebuilding the defense without a player whose fit has deteriorated. For the acquiring team, Ramsey offers elite coverage ability and veteran leadership.
As Schefter summarized, “We’ll see how everything unfolds and where he ends up. I believe he would prefer a West Coast destination, perhaps Los Angeles whether that’s with the Rams or the Chargers.”
Jalen Ramsey’s potential trade remains one of the NFL’s most captivating offseason sagas. With multiple teams interested and a timeline likely before training camp, the coming weeks will be critical. Whether returning to Los Angeles, joining the Buccaneers, or landing elsewhere, Ramsey’s next destination promises to have a major impact on the 2025 NFL season.
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