The Howard File
- Three-time Pro Bowl, 2018, 2020, 2021
- First team All Pro, 2020
- League leader in INT's, 2018 (tied), 2020
X-Factor
Xavien Howard is not necessarily a household name, but he probably should be. Howard does not garner much attention as a Miami Dolphin, although he certainly garners the attention from offensive coordinators, quarterbacks, and receivers across the league.
Perhaps the best part about Howard aside from his play on the field is with how he requested a trade in 2021, one of the most respectful trade requests ever made. Howard released a statement pointing out how he felt the Dolphins didn't value him, while also highlighting he played two years on a new contract without complaining, despite the team, in his mind, taking advantage of the situation. Either way, the two sides came together, but in a sports world where players just stop showing up, Howard is one of the few that made his feelings known and still continued to work every day.