The Miami Dolphins have two choices ahead of them for the 2024 season…and neither one is particularly appealing. Let it play out with Tua Tagovailoa and a combination of Tyler Huntley and Skylar Thompson under center, or make a trade and get a better backup quarterback. The rumor mill is churning, and one name keeps popping up: Russell Wilson.
The Wilson Whirlwind
Now, once again, Russell Wilson is at the center of the conversation. Jeff Diamond of the “33rd Team” recently dropped his “5 Bold Predictions for the 2024 NFL Trade Deadline” article, and guess who topped the list?
You got it, a potential Dolphins trade for Mr. Unlimited himself.
Look, we get it. The Broncos knew how competitive he is.
The Steelers know as well, which is why Justin Fields is starting. But let’s be real, Wilson brings only experience to the table at this point.
His game hasn’t been good for years now.
Other Fish to Fry
Also on the list are the New York Jets. In fact, they are on the list twice.
They are the top landing spot for Davante Adams, who wants out of Las Vegas and naturally, a reunion with Aaron Rodgers has the sports world seeing stars. The Lions are also rumored to be interested in trading for linebacker Haason Reddick, currently on the Jets.
The Reality Check
The reality is, of course, the Dolphins are not going to make any big trades this year. The cap is an issue, but so is their record.
While a playoff run isn’t impossible, it’s a long shot at this point. General Manager Chris Grier knows that throwing away future assets for a Hail Mary now isn’t the answer.
And let’s be honest, Wilson isn’t going to save the season if Tua goes down because there are bigger issues than just quarterback for Mike McDaniel.