Trade winds are blowing around the Los Angeles Rams and Todd Gurley, with the two-time All-Pro reportedly being discussed in deals this week. Gurley still has four years left on his contract and will make more than $14 million per year, leaving the Rams with a difficult decision.
Do they keep him for another year and move on in 2021 when it’s more feasible? Or do they trade him now to recoup draft assets in a year where they have limited resources?
If Gurley is traded, three teams stand out as potential landing spots because of their draft capital, salary cap space and roster needs. The Falcons, Steelers and Chiefs could use running back help, but they’re near the bottom of the NFL in cap space. The Bills, Giants and Browns have the cap space to fit Gurley in, but they don’t need a running back.
Here are the three most logical fits if Gurley is dealt.
Miami Dolphins
With as much money and as many roster holes as the Dolphins have, no one should be ruled out for Miami. They’re in a complete rebuild and while it might seem counterproductive to trade for someone like Gurley, it would give them a player for fans to get excited about. They have $70.75 million in cap space right now and five picks in the first three rounds, so trade ammo isn’t a question.
They also don’t have a good option at running back after trading away Kenyan Drake. Gurley would provide a spark to the fanbase and look good in the backfield behind Tua Tagovailoa, if the Dolphins land the former Alabama QB.
There isn’t a team that makes more sense for Gurley than the Dolphins. They could part ways with their third- and fourth-round picks and still have plenty of assets for their rebuild.