Kyle McCord Heads to Miami | NFL News

0:00On September 2nd, the Green Bay Packers made a move this past weekend, sending quarterback Kyle McCord to the Miami Dolphins. In exchange, the Packers picked up a 6th round draft selection in 2028. This trade happened just before teens had to finalize their rosters down to 53 players. This deal addresses a need for the Dolphins, who had previously traded away another quarterback and were looking for depth behind their starter. It's a business decision sure, but these moves always have a human element to them, affecting the players directly involved and their teammates. Packers quarterback Jordan Love spoke about McCord's departure, calling it a great opportunity for his friend. Love mentioned that he and McCord had grown close during their time together, and he was impressed with how McCord performed in the preseason, handling himself well. Love also noted that this is just how the NFL works. When a player gets a chance to be a back-up somewhere, they usually take it. He expressed excitement for McCord, anticipating he'll have fun in Miami with some familiar faces.

1:00McCord, originally a 6th round pick by the Eagles in 2025, signed with the Packers in January hoping to develop his skills. Now, heading to Miami, he lands with a team that seems willing to give younger players a shot, which aligns well with his career stage. That wraps NFL News Today, brought to you with AI. I'm Corey with the story.