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The Miami Dolphins trimmed their roster to 53 players this weekend, and the most head-scratching sequence of moves came from the running back position, where the front office traded away wide receiver Tutu Atwell to acquire Jarquez Hunter from the Rams, only to turn around and cut Hunter on cutdown day itself.

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / August 31

Making sense of the Miami Dolphins’ decision to waive RB Jarquez Hunter just days after trading for him

The Miami Dolphins traded WR Tutu Atwell to Los Angeles for RB Jarquez Hunter at the end of the week. They waived him on Sunday. The epitome of ‘life comes at you fast’ just unfolded in South Florida.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / August 29

The 5 Most Difficult Decisions Facing the Rams Before Roster Cutdowns

The Los Angeles Rams wrapped up their final preseason game on Thursday and will now be looking to get the roster down to 53 players. It’s always one of the more difficult steps in the entire offseason.

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Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / August 28

The Miami Dolphins turned a six figure investment into something much more valuable

The Miami Dolphins flipped WR Tutu Atwell for Los Angeles Rams RB Jarquez Hunter on Thursday. The Miami Dolphins are wheelin’ and dealin’. New general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan has been relentless in his efforts to churn this roster.

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NFL News / Rams Newswire / August 27

Rams Acquire Tutu Atwell In Trade With Dolphins For Jarquez Hunter

The Los Angeles Rams announced they have acquired wide receiver Tutu Atwell from the Miami Dolphins in a trade for running back Jarquez Hunter. Atwell is obviously a very familiar face after being drafted by the Rams in the second round out of Louisville and spending his first five NFL seasons with the team.

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Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / August 26

Rams Roster Bubble: The Case For and Against 10 Players Fighting for the Final 53

The Los Angeles Rams are set to play their final preseason game on Thursday against the Los Angeles Chargers. It will be one final opportunity for players on the roster bubble to make an impact and show why they are deserving of a roster spot or even a place on the practice squad.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / August 13

Rams RB Jarquez Hunter Has Something to Prove This Preseason

When the Los Angeles Rams released their initial depth chart of the preseason on Wednesday, one thing stood out immediately. After drafting running back

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Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / May 30

Rams 90-Man Roster Player Preview: Is 2026 Make-or-Break for Jarquez Hunter?

Heading into the 2025 season, the Los Angeles Rams were looking for some explosiveness at the running back position. In the fourth-round of the draft,

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / March 19

Rams Must Know What They Have in Jarquez Hunter in 2026

The Los Angeles Rams enjoyed plenty of success in 2025, becoming one of the top teams in the NFL and coming up a win short of playing in Super Bowl LX.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / November 22

Rams Give Reason Why Jarquez Hunter Hasn't Received a Carry

WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. The Los Angeles Rams have yet to utilize Jarquez Hunter this season, calling into question the reason for not only drafting him but also trading up to select a player whom wouldn't have an immediate role.

Auburn Tigers News / Auburn Tigers on SI / November 14

Former Auburn Football Stars Fall on Wrong Side of CBS Sports Rookie List

AUBURN, Ala.- CBS Sports’ Josh Edwards recently compiled a list of NFL rookies who have ‘hit or missed’ in the NFL thus far into the season. Unfortunately,

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / November 11

Did the Rams Waste Valuable Draft Picks This Offseason?

WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. When the Los Angeles Rams made the decision to grab running back Jarquez Hunter out of Auburn , the move appeared to be another masterclass from Les Snead.

NFL News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / September 5, 2025

Previewing Intriguing Player Props: Rams vs. Texans

No one can be sure what to make of the Los Angeles Rams heading into the 2025 NFL season. They were a playoff team that probably didn't deserve to be in the postseason last year, sneaking in with a negative point differential due to a rare "strength of victory" tiebreaker over the Seattle Seahawks.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / August 19, 2025

Rams' Offseason Addition is Already Taking Strides

The Los Angeles Rams aimed to become a deeper and more explosive offense heading into this season. Their offseason moves proved they meant business. Although the Rams have more important players on their roster, one move could pay dividends now or in the future.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / August 16, 2025

Rams Rookie Set to Put on Star Performance at SoFi

Rams running back Jarquez Hunter has been the most talked-about force of nature throughout training camp. Hunter, the relentless pursuer, decided to go off against the Saints in joint practice .

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / August 14, 2025

Five Observations Following Rams-Saints Joint Practice

The Los Angeles Rams decided that just because the Los Angeles Chargers were too banged up to practice, that they weren't, thus a late-minute joint practice between the Rams and Saints was scheduled.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / August 7, 2025

Rams Rookie Shines At Joint Practice With Cowboys

The Los Angeles Rams put their foot on the pedal in Oxnard, expressing obvious excitement to compete against someone other than their teammates. In what was a strong, physical performance for the team, one rookie set himself apart from the rest.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / July 31, 2025

Rams' Jarquez Hunter is the Key to the End Zone

The Los Angeles Rams struggled to score touchdowns consistently in the red zone last season, and while they have taken many measures to remedy this problem, the solution lies in the hands of Jarquez Hunter.

Los Angeles Rams News / LAFB Network / July 30, 2025

Los Angeles Rams Rookie Is Terrifying The Coaching Staff: He Likes ‘That’ Life

There’s a certain edge to Jarquez Hunter that’s impossible to ignore. On a Los Angeles Rams roster packed with rising talent, the rookie running back from Auburn is making waves not just with his play, but with how he plays.

Auburn Tigers News / The 33rd Team / April 7, 2025

Jarquez Hunter 2025 NFL Draft: Scouting Report For Auburn RB

Height: 5093 (verified) Weight: 204lbs (verified) Year: Senior Pro Comparison: Sean Tucker Auburn Tigers running back Jarquez Hunter is a one-cut, physical runner with good explosive burst and contact balance to help create added yardage on his own.

Auburn Tigers News / Yardbarker / October 29, 2024

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Auburn Tigers News / Auburn Tigers on SI / October 27, 2024

Being 'Tired of Losing’ Fueled Jarquez Hunter's Career-Best Game

Running back Jarquez Hunter led the way in the Auburn Tigers' 24-10 road win over the Kentucky Wildcats. Hunter rushed for 278 yards and two touchdowns off 23 carries, shattering his previous career-high of 183 yards he set in Auburn’s 2023 win over Vanderbilt.