Miami Dolphins All-Pro Jalen Ramsey Skips Mandatory Minicamp Amid Trade Talks

Jalen Ramsey and the Miami Dolphins have mutually agreed to part ways ahead of the 2025 NFL season, with Ramsey opting out of the mandatory minicamp as trade talks continue. Despite signing a lucrative three-year, $72.3 million extension last year, Ramsey's hefty contract—with a $16.6 million cap hit for 2025—has complicated efforts to find a trade partner. Ramsey, a former All-Pro and seven-time Pro Bowler, played all 17 games last season, registering 60 tackles, 11 passes defended, and two interceptions, though his performance dipped slightly compared to previous years. Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel has distanced himself from the trade negotiations, leaving general manager Chris Grier to handle the situation. Potential trade destinations remain uncertain, with teams like the Los Angeles Rams and others possessing sufficient cap space being considered possible suitors. Ramsey's decision to skip minicamp appears to be a strategic move to stay healthy as the Dolphins and the player await the resolution of his trade status.