Dolphins’ Shocking Jalen Ramsey Trade Turns Into a Goldmine for Jets, Leaving Miami’s Playoff Hopes in Shambles
In a trade that still feels almost too absurd to believe, the Miami Dolphins have shocked the NFL world by sending cornerback Jalen Ramsey and tight end Jonnu Smith to the Pittsburgh Steelers. In return, Miami acquired safety Minkah Fitzpatrick and a swap of 2027 Day 3 draft picks. This deal involves two former All-Pro players and one Pro Bowl tight end changing teams in a single transaction—truly a blockbuster by any standard.
What’s even more intriguing is the possibility that Pittsburgh might move Ramsey to safety, potentially replacing Fitzpatrick, further adding to the drama of this trade. While on the surface, it might seem like a win-now move for both teams, the Dolphins’ side of the deal raises several eyebrows, especially when viewed from the perspective of their division rivals, the New York Jets.
For the Dolphins, the logic behind sending away a top-tier cornerback like Ramsey—while their cornerback depth is already in question—and a capable tight end like Smith is hard to understand. Miami’s defensive backfield, which already had its issues, just took another hit, and their tight end group, which is arguably one of the worst in the league, remains woefully inadequate. By acquiring Fitzpatrick, who will soon be 29 and is viewed by many as a declining player, the Dolphins have left themselves with a patchwork roster at two critical positions—cornerback and tight end—areas where they were already lacking.
For the New York Jets, this trade has to be seen as a gift. Miami, in their quest to stay competitive, seems to have made a desperate, short-sighted move that could have long-term consequences. The Dolphins’ roster is now thinner than it was just a few days ago, especially in positions where they couldn’t afford to be weaker. Meanwhile, the Jets, with a more solid foundation at key positions, look poised to capitalize on the Dolphins’ missteps.
In a division that has been defined by fierce competition, especially between the Jets and Dolphins, Miami’s latest trade looks like it’s given the Jets a significant edge. As the 2025 season unfolds, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the Dolphins might have just handed their rivals a huge advantage—and Jets fans are certainly taking note of how this deal is shaping up to be borderline hilarious.
