Looking at potential trade partners to improve a struggling Philadelphia Eagles roster, no team stands out more clearly than the Miami Dolphins. After Sunday's loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa openly threw his teammates and coaching staff under the bus. According to Cameron Wolfe, the quarterback noted that “it starts with the leadership" before expounding that players were late and missing meetings. It seems that there is complete and utter dysfunction in Miami, potentially opening the door to several trade targets for the Eagles.
Looking at Miami's roster, it is clear that it could offer Philadelphia the perfect offensive boost in Jaylen Waddle. While it is going to be a tough sell to an already disgruntled A.J. Brown, the Eagles must decide if they are chasing championships or focusing on appeasing a difficult playmaker. Waddle is a dynamic, speedy option that will put far more pressure on the defense than Dotson and offer the Eagles a chance to have far and away the best trio of pass catchers in the league. It is at least worth picking up the phone, with Waddle not being the only potential fit.
Eagles Could Find Perfect Trade Partner in Imploding Dolphins Roster
Rasul Douglas and Minkah Fitzpatrick both would be welcome additions to a struggling Philly secondary. Bradley Chubb does have a hefty cap hit at a loaded position, but could be a tempting addition as well, based on the potential ceiling of adding Chubb to an already talented pass rush.
Regardless of the target, the Dolphins are a clear trade partner for Roseman and should be at the top of the Eagles' list during an extended week after a frustrating Thursday Night Football loss. That result made it clear that there should be a high level of urgency to help settle what is a disgruntled fan base and a roster that lacks a clear identity. An impact move needs to be made over the next two weeks as the NFC playoff race remains wide open.
Miami is opening the door to host a fire sale with the quarterback's comments driving home just how quickly that might happen. None of the top contenders is in a better position than Philadelphia is to add talent, considering they have the league's youngest defense, and a struggling offense could clearly use a boost.
The Eagles could also benefit from the fact that they play in the opposite conference, eliminating any potential conflict of interest in trade talks. With Roseman long expected to make a move, it would be a surprise if Philadelphia doesn't take advantage of the dysfunction in South Beach.