The Pittsburgh Steelers have been making waves in the trade market, shaking things up with some bold moves. Last offseason, they snagged wide receiver DK Metcalf in March, only to trade away George Pickens in May. Just when it seemed like they might settle down, they pulled off another stunner by sending All-Pro safety Minkah Fitzpatrick to the Miami Dolphins in exchange for cornerback Jalen Ramsey and tight end Jonnu Smith.
Jalen Ramsey wasted no time making his presence felt in Pittsburgh, earning a Pro Bowl nod after a standout season. Meanwhile, Fitzpatrick took on a leadership role with a young Dolphins defense, helping them rally for a late-season playoff push after a rough 1-6 start. Despite their efforts, Miami fell short of the postseason and has since been busy retooling.
In the wake of their playoff miss, the Dolphins have made some significant changes. They parted ways with head coach Mike McDaniel, bringing in Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley to steer the ship.
The roster shakeup didn't stop there, as Miami released guard James Daniels, Pro Bowl pass rusher Bradley Chubb, and All-Pro wide receiver Tyreek Hill. They're also exploring options to move quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, signaling a full reset under the new regime.
Amidst these changes, the Dolphins have reportedly opened the door for trade talks involving Fitzpatrick. Jordan Schultz reports that Miami is in the early stages of reshaping their roster, having already released key players like Tyreek Hill.
For fans wondering about a potential Fitzpatrick reunion in Pittsburgh, it's important to remember that NFL rules prevent the Steelers from reacquiring him within two years of trading him away. Fitzpatrick, a five-time Pro Bowler during his Pittsburgh tenure, remains a significant figure in any team's defensive plans.