REPORTS: Dolphins have offered Jason Taylor to Redskins, Bucs

by Matty I on Apr 25, 2008 7:35 PM EDT in News Comment 25 comments

I'm sure these rumors will continue from now until tomorrow night, but here's the latest.

First, as originally pointed out by "Layuma" in this FanPost, the Washington Post reports that the Dolphins offered Jason Taylor to the Redskins in exchange for their 1st round pick, number 21 overall. The report says that the Redskins are indeed shopping their pick, but the Redskins "don't see Taylor as a goof long-term fit with what they are trying to accomplish."

Meanwhile, the St. Petersburg Times is reporting that the Dolphins and Bucs have been involved in talks regarding Jason Taylor:

Here's the latest tidbit I've dug up through various channels: there appears to have been some discussion between the Dolphins and Bucs about a possible deal that would bring Jason Taylor to Tampa, probably for the Bucs' second-round pick. I've also been told that Taylor is not opposed to the idea because he has informed associates he would like to remain in Florida if traded.

The article goes on to say that it's unsure if just a 2nd round pick would be enough for Miami to make the deal.

As we get closer and closer to tomorrow's draft, the rumors will likely continue to fly. And I do believe that, when all is said and done, there's probably a good shot at Taylor ending up somewhere other than Miami. Originally, I didn't think so, but there's just too much talk about it and it makes too much sense for the Dolphins not to do it.

And because of that, be sure to join us tomorrow for our live draft thread, which will surely include tons of Jason Taylor trade talk.

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Get a deal done!!

I say pull the trigger. Taylor for the #52 pick and their 3rd or 4th… HECK YEAH!!! That is even better than the Jags 58, or whatever they have!!

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by JDPhinFan on Apr 25, 2008 7:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Wait for the right price !

I’ll reluctantly agree to exchanging JT for a 2nd round pick, but ONLY if we can get another pick out of the Bucs, perhaps a 3rd Rounder. A 2nd rounder straight up for Jason Taylor is ridiculous – surely JT is more valuable than Wes Welker, who we at least got a 7th rounder in addition to the 2nd rounder.

by shula13 on Apr 25, 2008 7:46 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

I’ll take JT for only a second round pick. Wes is in his prime and proved how good he could be in the right system. He should of never been able to be signed by a team in the East. JT could retire in 2 years then what do you have. If Bill can get a extra pick for JT on top of a 2nd rounder he should make sure he blows a kiss to them before hanging up the phone. JT doesn’t want to be here so Bill’s bargaining position is not good. Granted there getting a great DE who is past his prime but JT may give them what they need for 4-5 more years.

by jvw on Apr 25, 2008 8:14 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

i guess so...

i guess its fine as long as we get a 2nd round pick along with a 3rd round pick THIS YEAR. the only reason i would ever let JT go is if he didnt want to play here. another thing is i think his passion and love for the game will be gone next year because his agent has brainwashed him into being a hollywood star, and as we all no once your in hollywood theres nothin REAL about you…
somethin else that bugs me is he only guarantees he will play one year… this is hurting the dolphins because people dont want to spend that much on a one year guy. i mean havent the dolphins been nice enough to JT thaat he might lie a lil and guarantee like 3-4 years or somthin for us so we can get a 1st round pick or somthin? brett favre lied so many times and america still loves him… heck hes on the cover of madden 09… Plus if u wanna be a hollywood star nothin will help you more than lying…
i hope im wrong and JT’s passion never dies but nuthin’s guaranteed in show business

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by NeverSellout on Apr 25, 2008 8:15 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

I say #52 is enough

Do it now. 3 2nd round picks are 3 starters for 5-6 years in my book. I love JT like the rest of you all, but its time to move on.

by JakeLong77 on Apr 25, 2008 8:15 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Do it!

Even if it just for a 2nd rounder I believe that its a fair deal. JT would probably play 1-2 more seasons and every team knows it.

by finjonny on Apr 25, 2008 9:18 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

So is Parcells

a liar or do we believe him? He said it ain’t gonna happen. A source close to him said, “nothing has changed”, meaning their position to trade.

So who’s to be believed?

by Alpha6 on Apr 25, 2008 9:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Dallas trades Ayodele, Fasano to Miami for fourth-round pick

NFL.com is reporting that the Dallas Cowboys have traded linebacker Akin Ayodele and tight end Anthony Fasano to the Miami Dolphins for a fourth-round pick.

by kcorona4 on Apr 25, 2008 10:18 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

wow

I just ran over to read it after I saw your post good look thats a good deal IMO, Ayodele will most likely be able to start next to Crowder, and Fasano can be the threat at TE we needed. I’m curious what this means for the draft strategy, because I would guess ILB and TE would now drop on our needs list. So OG, CB, DL, WR, OLB, now….?

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by Little Nicky 21 on Apr 25, 2008 10:26 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I agree

I think it’s safe to say that we will not draft an ILB or TE on the first day.

by kcorona4 on Apr 25, 2008 10:31 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

wow

JT wants out of Miami but he’s willing to go to TB? Given the choice, i’d have to say Miami is closer to a superbowl then TB. Will someone please talk some sense into the man, I know he has happy feet right now and the lord of the dance wants to shuffle out of town, but Miami will be significantly better this season and if things break right they could be dancing next year. If not JT can demand his trade then.

by W NY Fins Fan on Apr 25, 2008 10:43 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

JT has been TRADED, will draft Henne in Rd 1

It’s “un-official” and this will be confirmed during the NFL Draft tomorrow, but Jason “Dancing” Taylor has been traded to the Jacksonville Jaguars for the Jaguars 3rd round pick (89 overall) and 5th round pick (158 overall) as well as a “swap” between the Jaguars 2nd round pick (58) for the Phins 3rd round pick (64 overall). In addition, the Phins wil trade their two lower 2nd round picks (57 and 64 overall) and with San Deigo for their 1st round pick (27 overall) and the Phins will select Chad Henne. More details to come Saturday afternoon.

by NFL Insider on Apr 25, 2008 11:08 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

I don't get it...

If we give #64 to the Jags, how can we give #57 and #64 to San Diego????

by Alpha6 on Apr 25, 2008 11:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I'm calling bullsh*t on this

Thanks for playing

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by Matty I on Apr 26, 2008 2:58 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Here is a REAL trade, not a BS one.

Dolphins have acquired Ayodele and Fasano from the ‘Boys for our 4th. FoxSports.com reports. Fasano has confirmed his part of the deal.

by Yorke Hunt on Apr 25, 2008 11:14 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Here is the link

Ayodele-to-Dolphins” target=”_blank”>http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/8074006/Cowboys-trade-Fasano,Ayodele-to-Dolphins

by Yorke Hunt on Apr 25, 2008 11:16 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

This will lessen...

... the need for a TE and LB. This seems like a pretty good trade to me. Two substantial players for one pick.

by Yorke Hunt on Apr 25, 2008 11:19 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

WOW

Mea culpa. I completely missed the comments above concerning the same. (Blush)

by Yorke Hunt on Apr 25, 2008 11:21 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

haha NFL Insider huh?

dude joins the blog 20 mins ago, posts that trade, then joins the jags blog, all in a span of 15 mins. Love the BS deal too.

On the real trade.. It’s no doubt a good deal from Miami’s POV, because we land two starters. It also will allow some flexibility with the 3rd round pick because we don’t HAVE to get a LB or TE anymore. Look for maybe a CB at 57, and Rachal at 64 if he drops. Maybe. I don’t know anymore lol.

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by Little Nicky 21 on Apr 25, 2008 11:22 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Great trade

Fasano is the best TE on our team now, and Akin is a good LB that can contribute very well.

If this “NFL Insider” is correct, then that would also be a good trade… though I am not a fan of trading up to get Henne. I think Henne, Flacco, or Brohm could fall to us at 32, so no need to trade up. Of course this is IF this guy isn’t full of it.

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by JDPhinFan on Apr 25, 2008 11:55 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

hes making it up

he has us dealin 64 twice. He made it up.

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by Little Nicky 21 on Apr 25, 2008 11:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

uh yeah...

why would they give up two 2nd rounders to move up to 27 when they’re sitting there at 32?? Henne is NOT a first rounder, and if they really wanted him, he would be there at 32 for sure… that said—i don’t want the fins to go anywhere near a QB on day one.

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by NumberSeven on Apr 26, 2008 12:32 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I wanna hear Matty's take on the real trade, and the "fake" trade...

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by JDPhinFan on Apr 26, 2008 12:06 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Why does it make sense?

I kep reading talk about how it makes sense to trade Taylor.Why does it make sense to trade the most talented player on the team?trading him will kill the defense….who is going to play for him?Quentin Moses?give me a break…....am I the only one who actually wants the guy to stay?Sorry Jason haters,I think he is going to stay.

by DolphinDiva on Apr 26, 2008 10:03 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs