Dolphins Acquire Kyle McCord from Packers for 2028 Sixth-Round Draft Pick

Miami secured quarterback Kyle McCord in a trade with Green Bay on Sunday, sending a 2028 sixth-round pick to the Packers.

The Miami Dolphins acquired quarterback Kyle McCord from the Green Bay Packers on Sunday in exchange for a 2028 sixth-round draft pick. This specific selection was previously obtained by Miami on Saturday when they traded Quinn Ewers to the Jacksonville Jaguars. McCord now transitions to the Dolphins' roster to serve as the primary backup for starting quarterback Malik Willis. The transaction, reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter, marks the first trade between Packers General Manager Brian Gutekunst and Dolphins General Manager Jon-Eric Sullivan, a former protege of Gutekunst.

Preseason Performance and Statistical Impact

McCord enters Miami following a productive preseason finale where he led the Packers to a 42-38 victory over the Arizona Cardinals on Friday. During that contest, he played every offensive snap and threw four touchdown passes with zero interceptions. The game-winning play occurred in the final seconds when McCord connected with Kisean Johnson for a 10-yard touchdown. This performance followed an earlier showing against the Pittsburgh Steelers that solidified his status over Kyron Drones, who was subsequently released by Green Bay to give McCord all No. 3 reps behind Jordan Love and Tyrod Taylor.

Reflecting on his performance after the win against the Cardinals, McCord noted the importance of situational football, specifically citing the ability to overcome a two-possession deficit late in the game. He stated that his primary goal during the preseason in Pittsburgh was to prove he could play at the NFL level. Packers coach Matt LaFleur praised McCord’s poise and ability to function under pressure, noting the quarterback was in total control and willing to deliver passes while standing in the pocket in the face of defensive pressure.

Miami Roster Adjustments and Quarterback Depth

The arrival of McCord coincides with several roster moves in the Dolphins' quarterback room. On Sunday, Miami released quarterbacks Cam Miller and Mark Gronowski. According to the Miami Herald, the team intends to re-sign Gronowski to the practice squad should he clear the waiver wire. Dolphins coach Jeff Hafley indicated that the team is likely to carry only two quarterbacks on the initial 53-man roster, though it remains uncertain if the front office is finished adding players to the position group.

McCord’s professional journey began when the Philadelphia Eagles selected him in the sixth round of the 2025 draft. He spent his entire rookie season on the Eagles' practice squad before signing with the Green Bay Packers in January. The Packers had bolstered their depth earlier in the offseason by signing veteran Tyrod Taylor to back up starter Jordan Love, which eventually made McCord available for trade.

Green Bay’s Future Outlook

By trading McCord rather than waiving him, the Packers secured draft capital instead of risking a loss without compensation. The Green Bay front office now faces the task of identifying a third quarterback to fill their depth chart, a role likely to be filled by a practice squad addition. The trade was finalized at 11:56 AM ET on August 30, 2026, as teams across the league finalized their rosters for the upcoming regular season.