Dolphins kept their new QB in the loop before Jaylen Waddle trade

The Miami Dolphins traded wide receiver Jaylen Waddle to the Denver Broncos, a move that might have seemed surprising given their recent signing of quarterback Malik Willis. However, Willis was informed about the trade before it happened, according to NFL Network's Cameron Wolfe. The Dolphins' general manager and head coach had a conversation with Willis before making the trade. The Broncos gained a 5,000-yard receiver who is still at the top of his game and under a reasonable contract. The trade has generated excitement in Broncos Country for the 2026 season. The outcome of the trade remains to be seen.