Dolphins working on a trade for offensive tackle Branden Albert

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Branden Albert trade won’t happen unless he lowers his price
Posted by Michael David Smith on April 21, 2013, 6:46 PM EDT
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The much-discussed potential trade of Branden Albert from the Chiefs to the Dolphins doesn’t appear likely at the price Albert is currently seeking.

Although the Chiefs and Dolphins can probably agree on compensation — the Dolphins sending a second-round pick to Kansas City — the hangup is that Albert wants the kind of money that the Dolphins aren’t willing to spend. Specifically, according to Jason Cole of Yahoo! Sports, Albert wants between $8 million and $9 million a year on a long-term deal.

In other words, Albert is looking for the same kind of contract that left tackle Jake Long got from the Rams — the very contract the Dolphins wouldn’t give Long, which is why he left Miami for St. Louis.

If the Dolphins weren’t willing to pay Long that kind of money, it’s hard to see why they’d be willing to give up a second-round draft pick for the privilege of paying Albert that kind of money. So the Dolphins may need to look elsewhere for a left tackle. And Albert may have to settle for playing this season for the Chiefs, making $9.8 million, and hitting free agency next year.

[RealSNR]

Originally Posted by patteeu

Anyone know what Armando Salguero has to say about this?

This is all I got:

Branden Albert - T - Chiefs
The Miami Herald's Armando Salguero reports it's "60-40" the Dolphins acquire Chiefs LT Branden Albert.
The Dolphins didn't take a left tackle on Thursday, but traded away their biggest piece of ammunition in the No. 42 pick. The Chiefs were believed to be holding out for the No. 42 pick over the No. 54 selection before the first round. The Dolphins will likely now have to add a sweetener to make the deal go through. Dolphins GM Jeff Ireland has thrown caution to the wind this offseason, so he should be ready to do what it takes to get his man.
Related: Dolphins
Source: Armando Salguero on Twitter

[Ebolapox]

Originally Posted by patteeu

Anyone know what Armando Salguero has to say about this?

Branden Albert - T - Chiefs
The Miami Herald's Armando Salguero reports it's "60-40" the Dolphins acquire Chiefs LT Branden Albert.
The Dolphins didn't take a left tackle on Thursday, but traded away their biggest piece of ammunition in the No. 42 pick. The Chiefs were believed to be holding out for the No. 42 pick over the No. 54 selection before the first round. The Dolphins will likely now have to add a sweetener to make the deal go through. Dolphins GM Jeff Ireland has thrown caution to the wind this offseason, so he should be ready to do what it takes to get his man.
Related: Dolphins
Source: Armando Salguero on Twitter

[InChiefsHeaven]

Breaking news right here bitches!

Branden Albert - T - Chiefs
The Miami Herald's Armando Salguero reports it's "60-40" the Dolphins acquire Chiefs LT Branden Albert.
The Dolphins didn't take a left tackle on Thursday, but traded away their biggest piece of ammunition in the No. 42 pick. The Chiefs were believed to be holding out for the No. 42 pick over the No. 54 selection before the first round. The Dolphins will likely now have to add a sweetener to make the deal go through. Dolphins GM Jeff Ireland has thrown caution to the wind this offseason, so he should be ready to do what it takes to get his man.
Related: Dolphins
Source: Armando Salguero on Twitter

[Halfcan]

**** the fins and their second rounder. Albert is worth more than that. Kick his ass to the right side and tell him to shut the f up and like it. If he works hard ans stays healthy- give him an extension.

Our line is Much better with him than whatever pick we will get at 54.

[patteeu]

Originally Posted by SNR

This is all I got:

Branden Albert - T - Chiefs
The Miami Herald's Armando Salguero reports it's "60-40" the Dolphins acquire Chiefs LT Branden Albert.
The Dolphins didn't take a left tackle on Thursday, but traded away their biggest piece of ammunition in the No. 42 pick. The Chiefs were believed to be holding out for the No. 42 pick over the No. 54 selection before the first round. The Dolphins will likely now have to add a sweetener to make the deal go through. Dolphins GM Jeff Ireland has thrown caution to the wind this offseason, so he should be ready to do what it takes to get his man.
Related: Dolphins
Source: Armando Salguero on Twitter

Thanks, man!

[Ebolapox]

Originally Posted by InChiefsHell

Breaking news right here bitches!

Branden Albert - T - Chiefs
The Miami Herald's Armando Salguero reports it's "60-40" the Dolphins acquire Chiefs LT Branden Albert.
The Dolphins didn't take a left tackle on Thursday, but traded away their biggest piece of ammunition in the No. 42 pick. The Chiefs were believed to be holding out for the No. 42 pick over the No. 54 selection before the first round. The Dolphins will likely now have to add a sweetener to make the deal go through. Dolphins GM Jeff Ireland has thrown caution to the wind this offseason, so he should be ready to do what it takes to get his man.
Related: Dolphins
Source: Armando Salguero on Twitter

YOU ARE WRONG

Branden Albert - T - Chiefs
The Miami Herald's Armando Salguero reports it's "60-40" the Dolphins acquire Chiefs LT Branden Albert.
The Dolphins didn't take a left tackle on Thursday, but traded away their biggest piece of ammunition in the No. 42 pick. The Chiefs were believed to be holding out for the No. 42 pick over the No. 54 selection before the first round. The Dolphins will likely now have to add a sweetener to make the deal go through. Dolphins GM Jeff Ireland has thrown caution to the wind this offseason, so he should be ready to do what it takes to get his man.
Related: Dolphins
Source: Armando Salguero on Twitter

Branden Albert - T - Chiefs
The Miami Herald's Armando Salguero reports it's "60-40" the Dolphins acquire Chiefs LT Branden Albert.
The Dolphins didn't take a left tackle on Thursday, but traded away their biggest piece of ammunition in the No. 42 pick. The Chiefs were believed to be holding out for the No. 42 pick over the No. 54 selection before the first round. The Dolphins will likely now have to add a sweetener to make the deal go through. Dolphins GM Jeff Ireland has thrown caution to the wind this offseason, so he should be ready to do what it takes to get his man.
Related: Dolphins
Source: Armando Salguero on Twitter

Branden Albert - T - Chiefs
The Miami Herald's Armando Salguero reports it's "60-40" the Dolphins acquire Chiefs LT Branden Albert.
The Dolphins didn't take a left tackle on Thursday, but traded away their biggest piece of ammunition in the No. 42 pick. The Chiefs were believed to be holding out for the No. 42 pick over the No. 54 selection before the first round. The Dolphins will likely now have to add a sweetener to make the deal go through. Dolphins GM Jeff Ireland has thrown caution to the wind this offseason, so he should be ready to do what it takes to get his man.
Related: Dolphins
Source: Armando Salguero on Twitter

Branden Albert - T - Chiefs
The Miami Herald's Armando Salguero reports it's "60-40" the Dolphins acquire Chiefs LT Branden Albert.
The Dolphins didn't take a left tackle on Thursday, but traded away their biggest piece of ammunition in the No. 42 pick. The Chiefs were believed to be holding out for the No. 42 pick over the No. 54 selection before the first round. The Dolphins will likely now have to add a sweetener to make the deal go through. Dolphins GM Jeff Ireland has thrown caution to the wind this offseason, so he should be ready to do what it takes to get his man.
Related: Dolphins
Source: Armando Salguero on Twitter

Branden Albert - T - Chiefs
The Miami Herald's Armando Salguero reports it's "60-40" the Dolphins acquire Chiefs LT Branden Albert.
The Dolphins didn't take a left tackle on Thursday, but traded away their biggest piece of ammunition in the No. 42 pick. The Chiefs were believed to be holding out for the No. 42 pick over the No. 54 selection before the first round. The Dolphins will likely now have to add a sweetener to make the deal go through. Dolphins GM Jeff Ireland has thrown caution to the wind this offseason, so he should be ready to do what it takes to get his man.
Related: Dolphins
Source: Armando Salguero on Twitter

Branden Albert - T - Chiefs
The Miami Herald's Armando Salguero reports it's "60-40" the Dolphins acquire Chiefs LT Branden Albert.
The Dolphins didn't take a left tackle on Thursday, but traded away their biggest piece of ammunition in the No. 42 pick. The Chiefs were believed to be holding out for the No. 42 pick over the No. 54 selection before the first round. The Dolphins will likely now have to add a sweetener to make the deal go through. Dolphins GM Jeff Ireland has thrown caution to the wind this offseason, so he should be ready to do what it takes to get his man.
Related: Dolphins
Source: Armando Salguero on Twitter

Branden Albert - T - Chiefs
The Miami Herald's Armando Salguero reports it's "60-40" the Dolphins acquire Chiefs LT Branden Albert.
The Dolphins didn't take a left tackle on Thursday, but traded away their biggest piece of ammunition in the No. 42 pick. The Chiefs were believed to be holding out for the No. 42 pick over the No. 54 selection before the first round. The Dolphins will likely now have to add a sweetener to make the deal go through. Dolphins GM Jeff Ireland has thrown caution to the wind this offseason, so he should be ready to do what it takes to get his man.
Related: Dolphins
Source: Armando Salguero on Twitter

Branden Albert - T - Chiefs
The Miami Herald's Armando Salguero reports it's "60-40" the Dolphins acquire Chiefs LT Branden Albert.
The Dolphins didn't take a left tackle on Thursday, but traded away their biggest piece of ammunition in the No. 42 pick. The Chiefs were believed to be holding out for the No. 42 pick over the No. 54 selection before the first round. The Dolphins will likely now have to add a sweetener to make the deal go through. Dolphins GM Jeff Ireland has thrown caution to the wind this offseason, so he should be ready to do what it takes to get his man.
Related: Dolphins
Source: Armando Salguero on Twitter

[keg in kc]

Is it bad that the name Armando Salguera made me think of this?

[ShowtimeSBMVP]

Alex Marvez ‏@alexmarvez 30s

Pioli said #Chiefs had "more money on table than what is available now" for Branden Albert last fall & he didn't take it.

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Alex Marvez ‏@alexmarvez 12s

Pioli said he would be "shocked" if #Dolphins GM Jeff Ireland swung trade for Albert today. Cited contract demands, ?s about physical (back)

[O.city]

He must not know Ireland very well.

[The Franchise]

Pioli needs to shut the **** up and go away.

[Strongside]

Davone Bess and their 2nd for Albert. Do it, Carl.

[In58men]

Lol nobody wants Albert

[keg in kc]

Originally Posted by ChiefsandO'sfan

Alex Marvez ‏@alexmarvez 12s

***** said he would be "shocked" if #Dolphins GM Jeff Ireland swung trade for Albert today. Cited contract demands, ?s about physical (back)

"I didn't **** that franchise enough from 2009 to 2012, let's get a few more thrusts in!"

[Mr. Laz]

Originally Posted by Halfcan

**** the fins and their second rounder. Albert is worth more than that. Kick his ass to the right side and tell him to shut the f up and like it. If he works hard ans stays healthy- give him an extension.

Our line is Much better with him than whatever pick we will get at 54.

he will perform better and his value will be higher if we leave him at LT and put Fisher at RT for a year.