Xavien Howard requests trade from Miami Dolphins: 'I don't feel valued, or respected'
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Dolphins coach Brian Flores expresses his desire to build his team with Xavien Howard on it. (1:02)
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Making the case he has outperformed his contract, Miami Dolphins Pro Bowl cornerback Xavien Howard said in a statement Tuesday night that he has requested a trade.
"I don't feel valued, or respected, by the Dolphins," Howard said. "Just like they can take a business-first approach, so can I."
Howard reported to training camp Tuesday but was frustrated all summer that Miami would not adjust his contract.