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When will the rookies sign – The Splash Zone 5/11/26
With rookie minicamp done, the next time we’ll see the players is during organized team activities which will begin on May 18th. The Miami Dolphins can also now focus on getting their draft class signed as they are one of three teams who has yet to sign anyone from their class yet. That really shouldn’t […]
Miami Dolphins Fans On Malik Willis’ One Season Opportunity
When Malik Willis was signed by our Miami Dolphins in this year’s free agency cycle, the fair assumption was/is that he is the starter for the team’s 2026-2027 season. There is also a widely held point of view among fans and the NFL media types that while the Dolphins hope that Willis will show out […]
The numbers behind a new contract for De’Von Achane
De’Von Achane wants a new contract. The Miami Dolphins want to re-sign De’Von Achane. So, what’s the hold-up? To answer that, we need to look at the bigger picture. In 2025, Achane rushed for 1,350 yards and eight touchdowns, and caught 67 passes for 480 yards and four receiving touchdowns. A stellar year by all […]
Your 2026 Miami Dolphins Draft Picks Expectations
Earlier this week, I highlighted the Miami Dolphins’ 2026 NFL Draft class- I then asked the following questions: Below are some of your thoughts and answers- MiamiItaliano is another who wishes the team had selected Bain in the first round. Highest ceiling: Proctor. There’s a reason they drafted him in the first round. If he […]
Can all 13 draft picks realistically make the roster – The Splash Zone 5/9/26
The Miami Dolphins made 13 selections during the NFL Draft, which was the largest class in the league. With the youth movement going on in Miami, how many of those selections will end up making the team? In an ideal world, all of them would and that would be a heck of a way for […]
Dolphins announce undrafted free agent signings
The Miami Dolphins announced their undrafted free agent signings on Friday. The team is holding its rookie minicamp over the weekend, a set of practice sessions that will include the team’s drafted rookies, the undrafted free agent signings, and players invited to tryout for the team. The team can also have five “first-year” players, attend […]
Former college quarterback tries out for Miami Dolphins at wide receiver
The Miami Dolphins began their rookie minicamp on Friday — hosting all 13 picks from the 2026 NFL Draft, plus a slew of undrafted free agent signings and camp invitees. One of those invitees is former Boston College and Florida State quarterback Tommy Castellanos — however, he’s not throwing balls in Miami Gardens today. He’s […]
Which rookies can make an immediate impact – The Splash Zone 5/8/26
The Miami Dolphins made 13 selections in the NFL Draft two weeks ago and they will need a couple of those rookies to start right away. Their first three picks in Kadyn Proctor, Chris Johnson, and Jacob Rodriguez should claim starting jobs over the next couple of months. Proctor should likely be the starter at […]
Miami Dolphins Discussion: Best/Worst Moment Edition
The Phinsider has a nice cross-section of Miami Dolphins fans, from those of us who were fans from the very beginning or near the beginning of the franchise, to those who only became fans in more recent seasons. Those differences in time, as fans of this franchise, also give us a different perspective on a […]
Dolphins announce jersey numbers for rookie class
The Miami Dolphins will welcome their rookie class from the 2026 NFL Draft to the team’s facility on Friday and Saturday (May 8th and 9th) for rookie minicamp — but before they do, the team announced jersey numbers for all 13 draft picks on Thursday evening. Miami’s first round pick — offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor […]
Minkah Fitzpatrick trade results: Dolphins use pick from the Jets in draft
The March trade by the Miami Dolphins sending safety Minkah Fitzpatrick to the New York Jets is officially in the books. With the 2026 NFL Draft weekend behind us, teams have introduced their latest rookie class to the league in hopes of having them become part of the next Super Bowl puzzle. The draft also […]
Miami Dolphins Discussion: What Does He Have To Do Edition
One of the bigger surprises of the 2026 NFL free agency period was our Miami Dolphins signing Malik Willis to a three-year, $67.5 million-a-year deal. The surprise does not come from the fact that a team that had already signaled it was going to move away from its previous starting quarterback might be interested in […]
Kenneth Grant changes number following rookie season with Dolphins
While new Dolphins general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan just finished stocking the team’s closet with all new players during his first draft as the leader of Miami’s front office, the final first-round pick of the Chris Grier tenure has decided that his game-day wardrobe could use some sprucing up as well. Dolphins defensive tackle Kenneth Grant […]
Position battles to watch – The Splash Zone 5/6/26
The Miami Dolphins have added plenty of new players to their roster and Jeff Hafley has stressed how important competition is. With all these new faces, there are going to be plenty of position battles to watch over the summer. The Dolphins have plenty of bodies in the cornerbacks room, but who are going to […]
Miami Dolphins Discussion: 2026 Team Draft Expectations Edition
As with every draft class, this year’s Miami Dolphins class has its highs and lows in each individual fan’s eyes. Every pick seems to have its supporters and detractors. Which of us is correct will only be known after we see what each of these players brings to the table over the next 2/3 seasons. […]
Jeff Hafley confirms Dolphins would have taken Kadyn Proctor even if team hadn’t traded down
The Miami Dolphins made a trade with the Dallas Cowboys during the first day of the 2026 NFL Draft that saw Miami move back just one spot — from #11 to #12 — picking up two additional fifth round picks in the process. Dallas would go on to take safety Caleb Downs from Ohio State […]
Dolphins face one of the hardest schedules in 2026
The Miami Dolphins will probably not be very good in 2026. The team is entering a full-scale rebuild for the first time since 2019. The roster is thin in a number of areas, with many key veterans departing via free agency or trades. Couple that with a rookie head coach and rookie general manager, and […]
How the Dolphins and Cowboys draft day trade went down – The Splash Zone 5/5/26
We got a behind the scenes look at how the trade between the Miami Dolphins and Dallas Cowboys went down during the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The Cowboys traded up one spot to select Caleb Downs while the Dolphins ended up with two fifth round picks. Initially it was only going to […]
2025 Miami Dolphins Draft Picks You Said Will Surprise Everyone
This past week, I asked the following question about the Miami Dolphins’ most recent NFL Draft class: Which of the Miami Dolphins’ 2026 draft picks that most fans are either downplaying or just outright dismissing do you believe will surprise us all and turn into either a good/solid NFL player or even possibly a star, […]
Miami Dolphins part with multiple players post NFL Draft
The Miami Dolphins added 13 new players to their roster during the 2026 NFL Draft — with many more being signed as undrafted free agents. On Monday, the overhaul of Miami’s roster continued with the release of 7 members of their roster. While none of the names on this list are too terribly surprising, McLendon, […]
Miami Dolphins post-draft 2026 depth chart update
The 2026 NFL Draft is now a week in the mirror, with the Miami Dolphins adding 13 new rookies over the three-day, seven-round selection meeting. It was a huge draft haul for the Dolphins, who made the most selections in this year’s draft, and it kick-starts the franchise rebuild that began with the hiring of […]
Two Miami Dolphins’ Defenders Land in Top-10 Rookie Jersey Sales
We’re a little over ten days removed from the 2026 NFL Draft, and for some fans, that means it’s the perfect time to whip out the credit card and order a flashy new jersey. As someone who just witnessed a literal purge of big-name players from his favorite football team, I can’t bring myself to […]
Dolphins first round trade with Cowboys almost didn’t happen
The Miami Dolphins and the Dallas Cowboys made a trade in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft that saw Dallas give up two fifth round selections in order to move up one spot so they could select Ohio State safety Caleb Downs at pick #11. Miami would take Alabama offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor […]
Dolphins most significant offseason additions – The Splash Zone 5/4/26
The Miami Dolphins have had a pretty busy offseason as the team had to find a new general manager and head coach after the season ended. Jon-Eric Sullivan and Jeff Hafley then had to retool the roster as the team was short on cash to spend and then spent thirteen picks in the NFL Draft. […]
Miami Dolphins Needs You Still Think Need Filling
Following the draft, I asked the following question: Now, following the NFL Draft, which holes do you still see that need to be filled on this roster before heading into training camp for our Miami Dolphins, and why? Below are some of your thougths and answers- Bull Pupp says this rebuild will take 2-3 years. […]