Philadelphia, PA - April 18, 2025 - A blockbuster trade rumor has set the NFL offseason ablaze, with the Miami Dolphins reportedly eyeing a deal to send three-time All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey to the Philadelphia Eagles for superstar wide receiver DeVonta Smith. The speculative proposal, floated by Yahoo Sports’ Coby Leibowitz, has ignited outrage among Eagles fans, who see Smith as untouchable. As the 2025 NFL Draft looms, the trade’s feasibility is under scrutiny.
Leibowitz’s hypothetical trade involves the Dolphins sending Ramsey, the No. 13 pick in the 2025 draft, and a 2026 second-round pick to Philadelphia in exchange for Smith and the No. 32 pick. For Miami, pairing Smith—coming off 81 receptions, 1,066 yards, and 7 touchdowns in 2024—with Tyreek Hill would create a lethal offense for Tua Tagovailoa. The No. 32 pick could address defensive needs after losing Ramsey and retiring tackle Terron Armstead.
“Smith makes Miami’s attack unstoppable,” Leibowitz argued.
For the Eagles, Ramsey would bolster a secondary facing potential losses of Darius Slay, Avonte Maddox, and James Bradberry. The No. 13 pick could land a receiver or tight end like Colston Loveland, while the 2026 pick adds flexibility. Leibowitz suggests Philadelphia might want to “shed” Smith’s $25 million-a-year contract, but this claim baffles fans and analysts.
Eagles supporters have flooded X with fury, with #KeepDeVonta trending. Smith, 26, is a cornerstone of the 14-3 Super Bowl LIX champions, his 13.2 yards per catch and 2.7% drop rate (per PFF) vital alongside A.J. Brown and Jalen Hurts. His contract, running through 2028, is a bargain compared to Justin Jefferson’s $35 million AAV.
“Trading DeVonta for Ramsey? No way,” tweeted @PhillyFaithful. “He’s family.”
GM Howie Roseman, known for shrewd deals, seems unlikely to bite. The Eagles’ secondary, anchored by Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean, was fortified by Adoree’ Jackson’s signing. With a 17.8 points-allowed average in 2024, Philadelphia’s defense is elite, and recent moves like acquiring Travon Walker prioritize the front seven. Ramsey’s $16.6 million cap hit clashes with the Eagles’ $60 million cap space, especially with Saquon Barkley’s $17.5 million deal.
Miami’s pursuit of Smith makes sense, but Philadelphia’s offensive identity hinges on him. Roseman’s draft prowess—hitting on picks like Smith and Hurts—suggests he’d rather draft a cornerback than trade a star. As the April 24 draft nears, fans remain vocal, ensuring Smith stays in midnight green.
