The Philadelphia Eagles already made a big change to their secondary by trading safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson and drafting his possible replacement in Andrew Mukuba in the second round.
Philly also saw the departure of starting cornerback Darius Slay in free agency that leaves an opening on the boundaries opposite of young Quinyon Mitchell.
Rumors have led to speculation that the Eagles could hit the trade market to shake up their defensive backs room even more.
Tension is building down in South Beach with Miami Dolphins star cornerback Jalen Ramsey on the trade block. And there is buzz that potential fit could be with the defending Super Bowl champion Eagles.
Miami Dolphins general manager Chris Grier has confirmed that Ramsey's time with the organization is all but over as the two have mutually agreed to look for a trade partner saying, "it was probably in the best interest for all parties to move forward (separately)."
Philadelphia's savvy GM Howie Roseman would obviously love to add a Pro Bowl caliber player that could start right away if possible, but there are other risks to consider.
A player north of 30 years old in a premier position like cornerback is always a risk, especially given Ramsey's two knee procedures in recent memory.
The finances for this return would be the biggest risk of all, as a trade partner would have to cover his $24.3 million salary in 2025. Miami signed Ramsey to a $72 million contract extension just before last season.
A trade decision from Philadelphia would come down how much draft capital they would be willing to send to Miami if they are fine with paying Ramsey's hefty contract.
At this stage of the offseason, Miami has found difficulty in teams checking both of those boxes as a trade suitor. The Dolphins front office may have to consider swallowing some of that contract payment in order to get something done for Ramsey.
If it worked out, Ramsey's veteran leadership, track record, and continued solid play (when healthy) could be a scary set of combinations when put on this Philadelphia roster.
