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Xavien Howard asks the Dolphins for a trade: ‘I’m just here so I don’t get fined.’

Dec 26, 2020; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard (25) against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

The 28-year-old agreed to a five-year, $75 million contract, making him the highest-paid cornerback in the NFL at the time.
While coming off his greatest season in the league in 2020, he is due $12 million in non-guaranteed money in 2021.
Jalen Ramsey ($20 million AVG), Marlon Humphrey ($19.5 million AAV), Tre’Davious White ($17.25 million AAV), Darius Slay ($16.6 million AAV), and teammate Byron Jones ($16.5 million AAV) all have higher contracts than Howard.
Howard and his agency never asked for a new contract, preferring to propose alternatives such as more guaranteed money.
The Dolphins turned down those pitches, according to the Baylor product.
Howard was chosen 38th overall in the 2016 NFL Draft by Miami.
During his five-year career, he has 55 pass deflections and 22 interceptions to go along with two Pro Bowl appearances and a First Team All-Pro selection in 2020.
Regarding Howard’s future, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler said on “SportsCenter” on Sunday that many in the NFL believe the Houston Texans could be a good fit for the two-time Pro Bowler.
This is due to the fact that Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson has asked for a trade and has stated that he would accept a transfer to Miami.

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Xavien Howard, a cornerback for the Miami Dolphins, has requested a trade after only two seasons on a five-year, $75 million contract.

Xavien Howard: Miami Dolphins CB demands trade two seasons into five-year, $75 million contract Xavien Howard racked up $67,000 in fines after missing minicamp last month Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard requested a trade only hours after arriving to training camp on Tuesday.
Howard issued a post on social media in May 2019, saying he signed a five-year, $75.25 million (PS54.3 million) deal “that I’ll admit I didn’t totally understand” at the time.
“I didn’t grumble for two seasons on that agreement,” Howard added, “but everyone knows I completely surpassed that deal.”
“The footage backs up my claim that I’m one of the top cornerbacks in the NFL.”
“We wanted to work things out with the Dolphins, and offered solutions to the table – like guaranteeing more money – that we felt were win-wins for both sides,” Howard said, adding, “I’m the second-highest paid cornerback on my own club, and it’s not even close.” Howard said he never requested for a new deal, adding, “We wanted to work things out with the Dolphins, and presented solutions to the table – like guaranteeing more money – that we felt
“But, the Dolphins turned down all we offered.”
The Dolphins don’t seem to value or respect me.
“I can take a business-first approach just like they can.”
That’s why I’d like to make it plain that I’m not satisfied and have asked for a transfer.” Howard racked up $93,000 in fines after missing Miami’s mandated minicamp last month.
In 2021, the two-time Pro Bowler will earn a basic salary of $12.075 million (PS8.7 million).
Byron Jones, on the other hand, will earn more this season – $14 million (PS10 million) – after signing a five-year, $82.5 million (PS59.5 million) contract in March 2020.
In a video uploaded by the Dolphins earlier on Tuesday, Howard was seen fist-bumping wide receiver Jakeem Grant.
When asked about Howard’s comeback, Dolphins coach Brian Flores was evasive.
“We’re looking forward to working with X and all of the other players here,” he said.
Howard, 28, led the NFL with 10 interceptions and 20 passes defensed last season, adding 51 tackles and one forced fumble in 16 games.
Since being drafted in the second round of the 2016 NFL Draft by Miami, he has 191 tackles, 22 interceptions, and two forced fumbles in 56 career games (55 starts).

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Xavien Howard asks the Miami Dolphins for a trade: ‘I don’t feel valued or respected.’

Pro Bowl cornerback Xavien Howard of the Miami Dolphins revealed in a statement Tuesday night that he has requested a trade, arguing that he has outperformed his contract.
Howard stated, “I don’t feel cherished or respected by the Dolphins.”
“I can take a business-first approach just like they can.” Howard reported to training camp on Tuesday after being upset all summer by Miami’s refusal to modify his deal.
Howard signed a five-year, $75 million contract in 2019, making him the highest-paid cornerback in the NFL at the time.
But, after a 10-interception season (the most in the NFL since 2007) that won him an All-Pro selection, he is due $12 million in non-guaranteed money this year.
Howard’s contract is now the sixth-best per-year average, and he recently switched agents to help him negotiate a better deal.
“The footage backs up my assertion that I’m one of the finest cornerbacks in the league,” Howard said.
“But, I’m the second best paid cornerback on my own team, and it’s not even close.” In free agency last year, Byron Jones, the corner opposite Howard, signed a five-year, $82.5 million deal.
Howard and his new agent, David Canter, never asked for a new term, preferring to propose alternatives such as more guaranteed money on a modified contract, according to Howard.
The organization turned down those pitches, and he claimed that “the organization has not worked with me in good faith.”
“That’s why I want to be clear that I’m unhappy and have asked for a trade,” Howard stated.
“Until that trade comes, I’m just here to avoid getting fined, and I’ll handle myself like a pro,” Howard said. Howard has the ability to play press-man coverage and catch the ball.
Since joining the league in 2016, he has 22 interceptions and 55 pass deflections.
Just Marcus Peters (23) of the Baltimore Ravens had more picks in that time frame.
In 2019, Miami received two first-round selections in return for left tackle Laremy Tunsil, the last time it traded an outstanding talent.

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Xavien Howard of the Miami Dolphins has requested a trade, saying, “I’m not satisfied.”

Xavien Howard, a top cornerback for the Miami Dolphins, has sought a trade from the organization, saying he’s “not content” in Miami, according to an Instagram post by the All-Pro player on Tuesday.
The news comes just hours after Howard reported to training camp following his absence from the Dolphins’ three-day minicamp earlier this month.
“I am only here so I don’t get penalized,” Howard wrote in his post. “We wanted things to work out with the Dolphins, and we offered alternatives to the table — like guaranteeing more money — that we felt were win-wins for both parties,” Howard added.
“There were suggestions for changes that would not only make me feel more valued, but also be cap friendly.”
Howard signed a five-year, $75.25 million agreement with the Dolphins in 2019, but he wants that deal modified after leading the NFL in interceptions last season with ten.
In March 2020, fellow cornerback Byron Jones agreed to a five-year, $82.5 million contract with $46 million guaranteed, and Howard, who outperformed him last season, believed he deserved to be the team’s highest-paid cornerback.
“The footage backs up my assertion that I’m one of the finest cornerbacks in the league,” Howard said.
“The jobs I’m given, such as shadowing the opposition’s greatest player with little assistance, demonstrate my worth, my value.”
Nevertheless, on my own team, I’m the second highest paid cornerback, and it’s not even close.” The 28-year-old veteran has 22 interceptions in 56 career games, all with the Dolphins.

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Xavien Howard, a cornerback for the Miami Dolphins, has requested a trade and is attending training camp to avoid a fine.

Xavien Howard: ‘Until That Trade Happens, I’m Just Here So I Don’t Get Fined’ After reporting to Miami’s training camp on Tuesday, the All-Pro cornerback released a statement later that evening revealing that he had sought a trade.
“Until that trade comes, I’m simply here to avoid getting fined,” Howard said, “and I’ll handle myself like pros do.” Players who fail to report to training camp will be fined $50,000 per day by the NFL.
Because he was unsatisfied with his existing contract, he had already lost almost $119,000 over the offseason by missing mandated sessions and forfeiting his workout bonus.
Howard inked a five-year, $75.25 million contract deal two years ago.
Following that, Howard only played five games in 2019 due to injury, but had a fantastic season in 2020.
He was an All-Pro last season after leading the NFL with 10 interceptions.
But, as Howard stated in his statement, he is the team’s second highest paid cornerback.
In March 2020, the team signed cornerback Byron Jones to a new contract.
Howard made it clear that he and his agent never requested “a completely new deal,” preferring to “work things out with the Dolphins and bring answers to the table.” “These were ideas of adjustments that would not only make me feel more valued, but were also cap friendly,” he stated.
“But, the Dolphins turned down all we offered.”
“This is why I don’t believe the organization has treated me fairly.”
The Dolphins don’t seem to value or respect me.
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Chandler Jones, a Cardinals linebacker, has requested a trade because he is unhappy with his salary.

According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, Cardinals outside linebacker Chandler Jones has requested a trade.
According to the article, Jones is dissatisfied with his present deal and “future with the squad.”
He is not expected to be traded by the organization, and he is expected to attend training camp.
Jones, 32, was once one of the NFL’s most sought-after pass rushers, but he is coming off one of his most challenging seasons.
Jones tore his bicep against the Jets in Week 5 and was out for the remainder of the season.
In five appearances in 2020, he had 11 tackles and one sack.
He signed a five-year, $82.5 million contract in 2017 and is now in the final year of it.
He’ll be a free agent next offseason after earning $15.5 million this season.
The Cardinals intended to team Jones on the edges with newly acquired JJ Watt, but unless Jones signs a contract deal, they risk losing him to free agency.
Jones was second in defensive player of the year voting in 2019, with 19 sacks, and was chosen First-Team All Pro in both 2017 and 2019.
Last season, Arizona concluded with an 8-8 record.
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