The Dolphins Are One Move Away From Winning the Offseason

The Miami Dolphins were arguably the most active team in the NFL this offseason. They spent uncharacteristic money in free agency, allowing them to bring in top players like cornerback Byron Jones and linebacker Kyle Van Noy. Additionally, they finally selected the apple of their eye in former Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa.

While some will view it as mission accomplished for head coach Brian Flores and general manager Chris Grier, they could still afford to make another move. If Tagovailoa is set to be their franchise quarterback for years to come, they need to give him another weapon.

How about wide receiver Curtis Samuel?

The #Panthers have been open to deals this offseason, and here is a name to watch: WR Curtis Samuel. Teams have been consistently calling about the former 2nd round pick, and we’ll see if they get an offer they can’t refuse over the next two days.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 24, 2020

When looking at the Dolphins' depth chart, they have a certified No. 1 receiver in DeVante Parker, who finally lived up to the hype last season, but the depth behind him is rather weak. Albert Wilson, Allen Hurns, Preston Williams, and Ricardo Louis aren't names that should excite Dolphins fans heading into 2020.

Luckily for them, they can make an offer for Samuel, who recorded 54 receptions for 627 yards and six touchdowns on 105 targets. Reports indicated during the NFL Draft that the Panthers were open to listening to trade overtures for the former 2017 second-round pick. Samuel's spot on Matt Rhule's team appears to be in flux after they signed former New York Jets wideout Robby Anderson this offseason to pair alongside DJ Moore, after all.

So, after everything the Dolphins did this season, they’ll have close to $80 million in cap space and now hold 10 draft picks for the 2021 draft including an extra 1st and 2nd rounders. Only priority free agents to resign are Davon Godchaux, Matt Breida and Raekwon McMillan. Wow
— Neal Driscoll (@NealDriscoll) May 2, 2020

While a trade never happened, that doesn't mean that the Panthers are going to keep Samuel on the team. An organization can blow them away with a trade offer to entice them to give the okay on the deal, and that team should be the Dolphins. They can offer their 2021 third round (70th overall) and sixth round (No. 195) picks to Carolina, which should get a deal done. We rule out a second-round pick because Samuel's set to become a free agent after the upcoming season.

If the Dolphins want Tua Tagovailoa to have a long, successful career like Dan Marino had, they should acquire Samuel and lock him in for the foreseeable future.