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Rams Reacquire Tutu Atwell in Swap That Sends Jarquez Hunter to Dolphins

The move brings back a receiver familiar with Sean McVay’s offense to boost depth ahead of final roster cuts before the regular season.

May 28, 2025; Woodland Hills, CA, USA; Los Angeles Rams receiver Tutu Atwell (5) during organized team activities at Rams Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Jan 4, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Tutu Atwell (5) runs after the catch as Arizona Cardinals safety Dadrion Taylor-Demerson (42) defends during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Rams and Dolphins completed the player-for-player trade Thursday, Aug. 27, sending Tutu Atwell to Los Angeles in exchange for running back Jarquez Hunter.
  • Head coach Sean McVay said the transaction was made to add receiver depth with a low-risk familiar option and that it was not related to any possible Puka Nacua discipline.
  • Atwell was a 2021 second-round pick by the Rams who spent five seasons in Los Angeles and signed a one-year, $1.4 million deal with Miami in March before the trade.
  • Jarquez Hunter was a 2025 fourth-round pick who played mainly on special teams as a rookie but showed preseason production this year and now joins the Dolphins' backfield for depth.
  • The timing — hours before the final preseason game and roster-cut deadline — eased an immediate operational need for receiver insurance while the NFL’s review of Puka Nacua remains unresolved.