Dolphins look to Jason Marshall Jr. amid Jalen Ramsey trade rumors

This offseason, the Miami Dolphins are making headlines with a big question surrounding their roster. Will cornerback Jalen Ramsey be traded? Reports say the team is looking to move on from the seven-time Pro Bowler. While the news has surprised many, the Dolphins say the decision is in the best interest of both Ramsey and the team.Dolphins General Manager Chris Grier confirmed that the team has been trying to trade Ramsey but clarified that it wasn’t Ramsey who requested the move. After multiple discussions with the player and his agent, Grier believes that moving forward is the best choice for both sides.But trading away a player like Ramsey, who has been a key part of the Dolphins' defense, certainly raises concerns. Losing a player of his caliber leaves a gap in the secondary that won’t be easy to fill.One potential solution the Dolphins are eyeing is Jason Marshall Jr., their fifth-round pick from the 2024 NFL Draft. NFL.com’s Chad Reuter sees Marshall as one of the best Day 3 draft picks who could make an immediate impact. Although Marshall missed part of his final college season due to a shoulder injury, he still managed to show impressive skills in his time at Florida, including three interceptions and ten pass deflections in 2023.Marshall has the talent to step up and play a big role for the Dolphins, but is he ready to take on a starting spot as a rookie? While his potential is clear, the reality is that the Dolphins’ cornerback room is relatively unproven. With players like Storm Duck, Cam Smith, and Kader Kohou expected to start, it’s unclear whether they’ll be able to step up in a major way this season.Also Read: “We Just Take the Assholes Off”: Buccaneers GM Jason Licht gets brutally honest on The Pat McAfee show about draft strategyIf the Dolphins go through with trading Ramsey, they’ll be taking a big risk. It’s possible that Jason Marshall Jr. could step in and excel, but there’s also the chance that the team could struggle to replace Ramsey’s leadership and experience in the secondary. As the Dolphins move forward with their decision, it’s clear that the stakes are high for their defense in 2025 and beyond. Only time will tell if this trade proves to be a smart move or a gamble that didn’t pay off.