Steelers–Dolphins Blockbuster: A Trade That Leaves Steelers Fans on Edge

In a late‑June shocker, the Miami Dolphins have traded CB Jalen Ramsey and TE Jonnu Smith to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for S Minkah Fitzpatrick plus a 2027 fifth‑round pick (with Pittsburgh receiving Miami’s 2027 seventh‑rounder) 

Ramsey, a three‑time All‑Pro and seven‑time Pro Bowler, steps into a Steelers secondary already featuring Darius Slay Jr. and Joey Porter Jr. 

Smith, coming off a Pro Bowl season too. (88 receptions, 884 yards)

But the human side: fans and analysts are split. Minkah Fitzpatrick, himself a three‑time All‑Pro and beloved Steeler since 2019, is Miami‑bound again. Pittsburgh supporters praised the acquisition—but many expressed dismay over losing a homegrown leader.

One fan lamented, “We just traded Minkah? What are we doing here”  . Another conceded Ramsey’s talent but mourned the loss: “Losing Minkah in the process is not ideal”  . Local sentiment ranged from initial enthusiasm (“nice grab”) to the deflating realization once Fitzpatrick’s departure was revealed.

This move marks Pittsburgh’s aggressive “Super Bowl push”—pairing veteran QB Aaron Rodgers, star WR DK Metcalf, and now a retooled secondary. But for many fans, the question lingers: did they gain enough to sacrifice a locker‑room cornerstone?

Intriguing, high‑stakes, and emotionally layered—this is a trade that might define the Steelers’ 2025 narrative.

Real stat: Coach Mike Tomlin has never had a season with sub-500 record. How many wins for the Steelers this season? Miami still lingers in a Bills-heavy AFC East.