The standoff between All-Pro cornerback Xavien Howard and the Miami Dolphins is close to a breaking point.
NFL Network's Michael Silver reported "a lot of trade chatter" surrounds the 28-year-old defensive back. The Dolphins prefer a first-round pick in return. Silver added several teams are "pondering such a move."
Issues stem from Howard's current compensation, which he feels doesn't accurately reflect his level of play after he led the NFL last season with 10 interceptions.
Howard owns the fourth-richest cornerback contract based on maximum earning potential ($75.25 million). But his compensation this fall ranks 12th at $12.