Miami Gets Drayton in Trade
The Miami Dolphins and St. Louis Rams both sought to rectify glaring weaknesses, with the Rams acquiring offensive lineman Bill Milner in exchange for tight end Troy Drayton.
“This is an old-fashioned NFL trade--player for player, win, win for both teams,†Ram General Manager Steve Ortmayer said. “We get a young, quality lineman for a tight end who helps Miami immediately.â€
Following the deal, the Dolphins released 11-year veteran Keith Byars.
“I think [Drayton] will be a great addition,†Coach Jimmy Johnson said. “We’re not looking for him to be a savior, but we’re looking for him to be an upgrade from what we’ve had.â€
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Kansas City Chief kicker Pete Stoyanovich pleaded no contest to a drunken-driving charge in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Stoyanovich, playing for the Miami Dolphins when he was arrested, faces a six-month driver’s license suspension, 50 hours of community service and a $250 fine.
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