Report: Dolphins, Chiefs put Branden Albert trade on hold
The Dolphins reportedly are willing to meet Branden Albert's contract demands. (George Gojkovich/Getty Images)
The anticipated Dolphins-Chiefs trade involving Chiefs left tackle Branden Albert has been tabled until after both team make their first-round selections in Thursday's NFL Draft, according to ESPN.com.
Albert, 28, has signed a franchise tender worth $9.82 million next season but has held out of the Chiefs' voluntary offseason program under new head coach Andy Reid. Albert reportedly wants a contract paying between $8 and $9 million per season in a long-term deal.
Albert has been linked to the Dolphins -- who are reportedly prepared to meet his contract demands -- after Miami refused to match the Rams' $8.5 million offer to tackle Jake Long.
The Chiefs reportedly are looking for a second-round pick as compensation in a potential trade and the Dolphins have two picks available to deal.