The Miami Dolphins traded Laremy Tunsil to the Houston Texans shortly before the 2019 season.
In the short term, a devastating move for the Dolphins. Not only did the team lose its franchise left tackle, but also one of the team’s top receivers in Kenny Stills.
However, the team’s coach, Brian Flores, along with Chris Grier, the team’s general manager, stated how the trade was gearing the team for the future.
Fast forward two years and the Tunsil trade is viewed as a franchise-altering move for both the Dolphins and Texans. The Dolphins, now a budding franchise on the verge of becoming a contender of the playoffs, greatly benefited from the picks acquired in the deal.