The Ringer NFL Show Jaylen Waddle Trade, Plus NFL Comps for March Madness Teams!
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Mar 19, 2026 Steven Ruiz, a sports writer and college basketball analyst, breaks down the Jaylen Waddle trade and why Denver made the move. He discusses how Waddle alters Denver’s offense and Miami’s roster strategy. Ruiz also maps March Madness teams to NFL counterparts, pairing college styles and stars with pro team identities in quick, creative comparisons.
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Dolphins Reset For Young Core
- Miami's decision to trade Waddle aligns with a long-term roster-reset plan favoring youth and draft capital.
- Ruiz compares Miami's approach to Green Bay's factory model and notes Malik Willis signing doesn't preclude drafting a QB.
Crosby Says He Was Left Waiting Five Hours
- Max Crosby says he waited five hours in the building and didn't meet GM Eric DeCosta before his physical.
- Sheil Kapadia and Steven Ruiz use that timeline to illustrate how the Ravens likely pulled out after getting time to reassess and pursue Trey Hendrickson.
Ravens Chose Pragmatism Over Optics
- The Ravens' reversal on the Crosby trade fits a pragmatic calculus: preserve picks and sign a cheaper pass rusher.
- Ruiz argues Baltimore likely chose Trey Hendrickson plus picks rather than overpaying for an aging Crosby coming off injury.