Miami Dolphins Highly Unlikely To Trade WR Jaylen Waddle Before Deadline

The Miami Dolphins are open to trade offers on any player ahead of the 2025 NFL trade deadline, including star wide receiver Jaylen Waddle, but trading Waddle remains highly unlikely due to the steep asking price. The Dolphins reportedly want a first-round pick plus additional compensation for Waddle, a demand most teams are unwilling to meet despite his value and strong performance this season. Waddle, who signed a three-year, $84.75 million extension in 2024, has been a key offensive asset, especially following Tyreek Hill's injury, making a trade more complicated. While the Dolphins are expected to trade at least one of their pass rushers—Jaelan Phillips, Bradley Chubb, or Matthew Judon—Waddle's potential trade is only considered if an exceptionally compelling offer arises. Several teams, including the New England Patriots, Pittsburgh Steelers, Denver Broncos, and San Francisco 49ers, have been mentioned as possible suitors, but the high price and Miami's preference to keep Waddle make a trade uncertain. The Dolphins' recent front-office changes have softened their stance on trading Waddle, yet it remains a difficult and unlikely move.