Locked On Dolphins Hit - Quick Takes on the Miami Dolphins

Miami Dolphins rookies Jacob Rodriguez and Kyle Louis could become two of the most important players on Jeff Hafley’s defense. Rodriguez has already won the starting MIKE linebacker job, while Miami is experimenting with Louis at safety—one of the Dolphins’ biggest positions of need.

Wes Goldberg explains why Miami’s actions say even more than its praise for Rodriguez after the Dolphins cleared his path to a starting role. Plus, could Louis’ versatility provide an unexpected answer for Miami’s inexperienced secondary? If both rookies hit, a defense featuring Jordyn Brooks, Zach Sieler and Chop Robinson suddenly looks much more interesting.

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The Miami Dolphins roster is set for Week 1, and there are two things to love—and two major concerns. De’Von Achane, Malik Willis and Miami’s rebuilt offensive line could give the Dolphins a clear identity in the running game, while Jordyn Brooks and rookie Jacob Rodriguez headline an intriguing linebacker group.

Wes Goldberg breaks down why those two areas could become legitimate strengths for Jeff Hafley’s team. But the Dolphins’ inexperienced secondary could threaten the entire defense, while questions on special teams remain. Here’s what Miami got right, what could go wrong and what it tells us about this rebuilding roster.

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The Miami Dolphins have the NFL’s youngest roster, and GM Jon-Eric Sullivan wants to keep it that way. Miami’s rebuild is embracing young, inexpensive talent, draft picks and development rather than relying on expensive veteran free agents.

Wes Goldberg examines why youth isn’t simply a temporary consequence of rebuilding—it’s becoming the Dolphins’ organizational philosophy. Could more veterans eventually be replaced by younger options? Plus, Sullivan says he likes draft picks and points to Green Bay’s history of developing quarterbacks behind established starters. Could Miami eventually draft a young QB to develop behind Malik Willis?

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The Miami Dolphins aren’t done rebuilding their roster. Miami claimed eight players off waivers, including QB Brady Cook, TE Justin Joly and three defensive backs, as GM Jon-Eric Sullivan continues to reshape the team around Malik Willis.

Wes Goldberg breaks down the Dolphins’ latest additions, why Sullivan completely overhauled the backup quarterback room, and what his comments reveal about Miami’s new roster-building philosophy: draft, develop, stay young and keep churning. Plus, why the Dolphins believe Kyle McCord and Brady Cook give them a better quarterback room.

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The Miami Dolphins have finalized their 53-man roster, with several surprising decisions at running back, wide receiver, linebacker and quarterback. Ollie Gordon, Jaylen Wright and multiple receivers made the cut, while Cam Miller, Jarquez Hunter and Tyrel Dodson headline the notable players left off.

Wes Goldberg breaks down the biggest makes and misses without simply reading the entire Dolphins roster. What does keeping six receivers tell us about Miami’s offense? Why did both Gordon and Wright survive? And with Dodson gone, the Jacob Rodriguez era officially begins at MIKE linebacker as Miami continues leaning heavily into its youth movement.

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The Miami Dolphins completely rebuilt their quarterback room in less than 48 hours, moving on from Quinn Ewers, Cam Miller and Mark Gronowski before trading for Kyle McCord. Miami essentially turned Ewers into McCord while resetting the entire depth chart behind starter Malik Willis.

Wes Goldberg breaks down how GM Jon-Eric Sullivan pulled off the rapid overhaul and why McCord is an intriguing fit. The former Ohio State and Syracuse quarterback wins with quick processing and anticipation, and he’s reunited in Miami with Kevin Patullo, who worked with him previously. Is McCord enough at QB2, or should Miami add another veteran?

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Miami Dolphins training camp is over, and Chop Robinson takes home MVP while Jonah Savaiinaea earns the award for biggest leap. Both young Dolphins could play major roles in determining whether Miami’s offensive and defensive lines become legitimate strengths this season.

Wes Goldberg explains why moving Savaiinaea back to right guard has unlocked his game after a difficult rookie year and how rookie Kadyn Proctor could help stabilize the other guard spot. Plus, Robinson looks like a much more complete defender after improving against the run, potentially giving Jeff Hafley a breakout starter along Miami’s defensive front.

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The Miami Dolphins traded wide receiver Tutu Atwell to the Los Angeles Rams for running back Jarquez Hunter, and the move says a lot about GM Jon-Eric Sullivan’s rebuilding strategy. Instead of simply cutting Atwell, Miami turned a fading roster asset into another young player with upside.

Wes Goldberg breaks down why Hunter is an intriguing addition after flashing in the preseason and producing at Auburn. More importantly, the trade reveals how confident the Dolphins are in rookie receivers Caleb Douglas, Chris Bell and Kevin Coleman Jr. Actions speak louder than training-camp praise—and Miami just made a big statement about its young WR room.

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Tua Tagovailoa is returning to Miami as the Atlanta Falcons starting quarterback, and Dolphins fans have to decide how they’ll welcome their former QB. Despite the ugly ending, Wes Goldberg explains why Miami Dolphins fans shouldn’t boo Tua in his return.

But Tua’s situation in Atlanta raises another fascinating question. With Michael Penix Jr. working his way back, could Tua’s starting opportunity already be disappearing? Wes examines Tua’s struggles since leaving Miami and what they might tell us about former Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel. Plus, why Friday night could potentially be Dolphins fans’ final opportunity to see Tua play in Miami.

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The Miami Dolphins rebuild doesn’t need a winning season to prove it’s headed in the right direction. For Jon-Eric Sullivan and Jeff Hafley, success in 2026 should be measured by rookie development, building complete position groups and proving Miami has the right foundational players.

Wes Goldberg explains what he needs to see from the Dolphins this season, starting with a 13-player rookie class that could produce several Week 1 starters. Can Miami solidify its offensive line or linebacker room? And most importantly, can De’Von Achane, Aaron Brewer, Jordyn Brooks and Chop Robinson prove they’re legitimate building blocks for the next great Dolphins team?

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