Ramsey appeared in 10 games in his debut season with the Dolphins in 2023, recording three interceptions, five pass breakups and a passer rating of 52.9 when opposing quarterbacks threw passes to him, according to PFF. His presence helped propel Miami to a wild-card spot in a tight AFC race last season.
The Dolphins needed a cornerback who could effectively cover one side of the field, and they acquired Ramsey in a trade before the 2023 season. Ramsey certainly delivered, but how he utilizes his talents may change in 2024.
Anthony Weaver, in his first season as Dolphins defensive coordinator, called the seven-time Pro Bowl selection “the ultimate chess piece” and plans to move Ramsey more on the field. That means more playmaking opportunities for Ramsey, who has recorded 22 interceptions, 97 passes defended and six forced fumbles in eight seasons.
Before we can see how that plan plays out, Ramsey must first heal from the hamstring injury that kept him off the practice field heading into Week 1. But the Dolphins can take comfort in knowing the 29-year-old will remain with the team for the time being as Miami looks to end its winless playoff run with a championship-contending roster this season.
A former first-round draft pick out of Florida State, Ramsey has been one of the league’s best cornerbacks and a three-time All-Pro selection since being drafted in 2016. Per NFL Research, only four cornerbacks have earned more All-Pro honors than Ramsey in the Super Bowl era: Hall of Famers Deion Sanders (six times), Rod Woodson (five times), Darrelle Revis (four times) and Willie Brown (four times).
Ramsey seems destined to join them in Canton one day, and by paying him accordingly, the Dolphins have ensured he plays the rest of his prime years in South Beach.
