When the Miami Dolphins decided to offload Jaylen Waddle — arguably their most valuable player — the move was met with some raised eyebrows. Yes, the Dolphins are in the midst of a down-to-the-studs teardown. However, Waddle is 27 years old and has shown enough in his career to this point to be counted on as a foundational piece for the future, even if 2026 turns out to be a lean year, as many expect.
On the other hand, Waddle represents a rare draft hit from the Chris Grier era. A lot like a brand-new vehicle, draft picks typically only go down in value once they're used.