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Dolphins may trade another star player

The Miami Dolphins have been clearing large salaries and star players this week, and they may not be done. The Dolphins have engaged in trade talks surrounding safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, according to NFL reporter Jordan Schultz.

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Tyreek HIll Makes Trip to Kansas City Before NFL Free Agency

Tyreek Hill watched on as the Miami Dolphins missed the NFL playoffs for a second straight season, finishing 2025 with a 7-10 record after losing three of their final four games.

Minkah Fitzpatrick News / Pro Football Rumors / February 18

Dolphins Shopping Minkah Fitzpatrick

Dolphins safety Minkah Fitzpatrick may be part of a mass offseason exodus of high-priced veterans in Miami. The Dolphins have discussed a Fitzpatrick trade with other teams, veteran insider Jordan Schultz reports.

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / February 18

Dolphins Could Pursue Jimmy Garoppolo

After six up-and-down years with the Dolphins, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will likely exit Miami in the near future. Releasing or trading Tagovailoa would put the Dolphins in position to add another veteran passer this offseason.

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Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?

As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.

Minkah Fitzpatrick News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 18

Dolphins Having Trade Talks Involving S Minkah Fitzpatrick

According to Jordan Schultz, the Dolphins have opened trade talks with teams for S Minkah Fitzpatrick. Miami is in the early stages of rebuilding its roster.

Tua Tagovailoa News / Miami Dolphins on SI / February 18

Exploring the Dolphins’ More Creative Options for Trading Tua Tagovailoa

There have been a lot of ideas floated about how the Miami Dolphins can offload Tua Tagovailoa and his massive contract this offseason. National reporting indicates the Dolphins are still trying to trade Tagovailoa, but that seems unlikely for several reasons.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / February 18

Dolphins In Play for International Game

Could the Miami Dolphins have another international game in 2026? Reports surfaced that the San Francisco 49ers will be the home team for a game in Mexico City, and it just so happens the Dolphins are scheduled to face Kyle Shanahan's team on the road.

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / February 18

Three roster moves that would do the Dolphins more harm than good in their effort to reset their salary cap books

The Miami Dolphins' offseason of change is off and running. Miami's started the process of stripping down expensive contracts off of the roster, the first domino in what is sure to be a chaotic couple of weeks in South Florida.

Tyreek Hill News / A to Z Sports / February 18

The five biggest moves the Dolphins can make for salary cap savings after the purge of Tyreek Hill

The Miami Dolphins took their first steps on the path to a rebuild on Monday, bidding farewell to three prominent players, with another cut still lingering in limbo.

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The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl

Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / February 18

The Dolphins’ New Look Begins To Take Shape

The Dolphins’ New Look Begins To Take Shape As the new regime takes control of the franchise, we’ve seen the first step in shaping it towards their vision.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / February 18

Breaking Down an Under-the-Radar Option at Quarterback

When it comes to what veteran quarterback the Miami Dolphins might pursue if they move on, as expected, from longtime starter Tua Tagovailoa, the conversations pretty much all start and end with Malik Willis.

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Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / February 18

REPORT: Jimmy Garoppolo an Option for Miami at Quarterback

REPORT: Jimmy Garoppolo an Option for Miami at Quarterback Cameron Wolfe of the NFL Network reports that if the price tag for free agent quarterback Malik Willis gets too high, expect Miami to look at Jimmy Garoppolo as an option at quarterback.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / February 18

Justin Melo of the Draft Network Mock Draft has Miami Selecting…

Justin Melo of The Draft Network released his latest mock draft, and he has the Dolphins getting a gift: one of the top players in this year’s draft falls out of the top 10 and into the Dolphins’ lap.

Miami Dolphins News / Football Analysis / February 18

Dolphins Cut $51M Star As Chiefs Reunion Hinges On $62M Problem

The Miami Dolphins severed ties with five-time First-Team All-Pro wide receiver Tyreek Hill on February 16, eliminating a staggering $51 million cap hit and saving roughly $22.9 million in salary cap space for 2026.

Tua Tagovailoa News / Yardbarker / February 18

New Dolphins regime may make extreme Tua Tagovailoa decision

The Dolphins aggressively began a roster purge this offseason and it sounds like that approach could continue.

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Tua Tagovailoa News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 18

Dolphins Preparing To Take $99M Dead Money Hit To Release Tua Tagovailoa?

The Dolphins approach the offseason with serious questions about Tua Tagovailoa‘s status as the team’s starting quarterback. According to Mike Florio of

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / February 17

Revisiting the Summer That Got Miami Into This Mess

It's quite the roster mess the Miami Dolphins have on their hands, and so much of it can be traced back to the offseason that followed the team's best season in 15 years.

Miami Dolphins News / Larry Brown Sports / February 17

Jaylen Waddle addresses claim that he wants Dolphins to trade him

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle has addressed claims that he asked the team to move him following the release of Tyreek Hill. A parody X account spreading false NFL rumors claimed that Waddle told the Dolphins “me next” after the team released Hill and edge rusher Bradley Chubb on Monday.