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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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Malik Willis has a chance to prove he can be the Miami Dolphins’ quarterback of the future, but passing stats and wins won’t tell the entire story. The Dolphins need Willis to perform in critical situations, establish himself as a leader and develop dangerous chemistry with De’Von Achane.

Wes Goldberg identifies three things he needs to see from Willis this season before buying into him as Miami’s long-term starting quarterback. Can Willis execute on third down, respond under pressure and become a weapon in the Dolphins’ rushing attack? Plus, how should we define success for a rebuilding Dolphins team even if the wins don’t come immediately?

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Miami Dolphins QB Cam Miller should be Malik Willis’ backup—and that’s my strongest Dolphins hot take right now. With the Dolphins evaluating their quarterback depth before Week 1, Miller has shown enough improvement to make a legitimate case for Miami’s QB2 job.

Wes Goldberg answers Dolphins mailbag questions, starting with why he believes Miller deserves the backup quarterback role. Plus, how much does it actually matter that Miami Heat legend Udonis Haslem spoke to the Dolphins? Wes explains why he’s normally skeptical of motivational speakers—and why conversations with players have changed his mind about the impact someone like Haslem can have.

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The Miami Dolphins ran just 36 offensive plays against the New York Giants, and that number explains the biggest problem with their ugly preseason loss. The Dolphins need preseason reps to evaluate their roster, but Miami’s offense couldn’t stay on the field long enough to give players meaningful opportunities.

For the Big Number, Wes Goldberg explains why 36 matters more than the final score. Miami needs to make difficult decisions about the bottom of its 53-man roster, and that requires actual game tape. Against Atlanta, staying on the field could be crucial to getting those evaluations right.

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Miami Dolphins fans are fed up after another humiliating preseason blowout, but is the real issue the lack of starter action? Frustration mounts as Jeff Hafley’s new-look squad plays its first home preseason game without giving supporters even a glimpse of stars like Malik Willis and the starting offensive line. Many, especially longtime fans who can only afford preseason tickets, feel shortchanged by seeing only backups on the field.

The debate rages: Are joint practices now more important than preseason games themselves? With key reps happening behind closed doors against the Giants—and with Miami’s lack of roster depth a driving factor—should the NFL reconsider the purpose of both? As regular season approaches, Dolphins fans are left wondering if preseason games are still worth the hype, or if televised joint practices would give them the access and excitement they crave.

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The Miami Dolphins wide receivers might be much better than expected despite ESPN ranking the group worst in the NFL. Kevin Coleman Jr., Caleb Douglas and Chris Bell are giving Miami legitimate reasons for optimism after an otherwise brutal preseason loss to the Giants.

Wes Goldberg breaks down Coleman’s spectacular one-handed catch and why the Dolphins could have multiple rookie contributors at receiver this season. Plus, Cam Miller showed meaningful improvement in his second preseason appearance, completing 6 of 11 passes and making plays with his arm and legs. Has Miller actually moved ahead of Quinn Ewers for Miami’s backup quarterback job?

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The Miami Dolphins’ depth is officially a concern after an ugly 26-3 preseason loss to the New York Giants. Miami was outgained 390-102 and ran just 36 offensive plays, raising serious questions about the bottom half of the Dolphins roster.

Wes Goldberg explains why it’s too early to call this a depth crisis—but why GM Jon-Eric Sullivan should aggressively work the waiver wire as NFL roster cuts approach. Malik Willis, De’Von Achane and Chop Robinson provide reasons for optimism at the top, but Miami needs more NFL-caliber talent behind its starters, especially after Trey Moore’s injury.

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De’Von Achane is becoming the centerpiece of the Miami Dolphins offense, and his 70-yard touchdown run against the Giants showed exactly why. With Malik Willis adding a rushing threat and Miami emphasizing physical blocking, Jeff Hafley and Bobby Slowik could build one of the NFL’s most dangerous rushing attacks around Achane.

Wes Goldberg explains why Miami’s offensive identity could be Achane and Willis rather than its unproven receivers. Plus, Achane ranks No. 26 on the NFL Top 100 after leading the league with 5.7 yards per carry. Can the Dolphins star establish himself as a top-five NFL running back this season?

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Miami Dolphins vs. New York Giants preseason action will provide a major test for the Dolphins offensive line against Brian Burns, Abdul Carter and Kayvon Thibodeaux. After Miami’s pass protection struggled badly during joint practice, all eyes are on Austin Jackson and the Dolphins O-line.

Wes Goldberg breaks down the two things that actually matter in this preseason matchup. Beyond the offensive line, forget the final score and focus on Miami’s depth. Which players outside the established starters can learn from the joint practice, respond in the game and prove they deserve a spot on the Dolphins’ 53-man roster?

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The Miami Dolphins offensive line struggled badly against the New York Giants pass rush during Thursday’s joint practice, with Brian Burns saying the Giants “dominated” Miami up front. But should Dolphins fans actually be worried about the offensive line and Malik Willis’ protection? 

Wes Goldberg breaks down the difficult test Patrick Paul, Austin Jackson and Miami’s young offensive linemen faced against Burns, Abdul Carter and Kayvon Thibodeaux. Jeff Hafley wanted his players challenged without hiding them schematically, making these reps an important measuring stick. Plus, Willis explains why Miami would have had more pass-protection answers available in an actual game.

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Miami Dolphins QB Malik Willis has a message for anyone worried about the Dolphins’ wide receivers: “You get a name by working hard and putting it on tape.” After ESPN ranked Miami’s WR room last in the NFL, Willis is betting on competition, opportunity and the Dolphins’ young talent to prove the doubters wrong.

Wes Goldberg breaks down whether Miami’s anonymous receiver room can outperform expectations and which Dolphins could become household names this season. From Chop Robinson and Caleb Douglas to first-round pick Chris Johnson, Miami may not have many established stars—but it has several young players with breakout potential.

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Miami Dolphins position battles are coming into focus, with Trey Moore and several young players making strong cases for major roles. The Dolphins depth chart could feature rookie starters at linebacker while a young group of wide receivers emerges as the foundation of Miami’s revamped offense.

Wes Goldberg breaks down why Moore appears positioned to start, how Miami is using his versatility and why Jacob Rodriguez could join him in the Week 1 lineup. Plus, Kevin Coleman Jr., Chris Bell, Caleb Douglas and Malik Washington are separating themselves in a crowded Dolphins receiver battle. Is Miami’s youth movement officially taking over?

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Miami Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley revealed his philosophy ahead of the Dolphins’ joint practice with the New York Giants, and it tells us plenty about how he plans to build this team. Instead of trying to outscheme the Giants, Hafley wants Dolphins players tested one-on-one on technique, fundamentals and talent.

Wes Goldberg explains why Hafley’s comments matter for a young, unproven Miami roster and how the joint practice can help determine which players belong. From blocking elite pass rushers to covering top receivers without schematic help, Miami is prioritizing development over winning practice—and giving young Dolphins an opportunity to prove themselves.

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Miami Dolphins coach Jeff Hafley is making the team’s new offensive identity clear: “No block, no rock.” The Dolphins have built a bigger, more physical wide receiver room, and Hafley expects his receivers to help establish Miami’s running game if they want the football. Wes Goldberg explains how GM Jon-Eric Sullivan’s roster construction matches Hafley’s philosophy and what it could mean for Miami’s offense. Plus, we have Dolphins injury updates on Kenneth Grant and Zach Sieler, Zeek Biggers returns to practice and Miami adds defensive tackle Cam Rice as the defensive front works its way toward Week 1.

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Miami Dolphins future power rankings have Miami at No. 31 in the NFL, according to ESPN, including the league’s worst non-quarterback roster. But are ESPN’s projections overlooking the upside of the Dolphins’ rebuild under GM Jon-Eric Sullivan and head coach Jeff Hafley?

Wes Goldberg breaks down why Miami’s current roster could represent its floor rather than its future. With De’Von Achane, Aaron Brewer and Jordyn Brooks providing veteran building blocks, the Dolphins now need their young talent to emerge. And whether the rebuild succeeds immediately or Miami lands another premium draft pick, there are reasons to believe the future could improve quickly.

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Malik Willis electrified the Miami Dolphins' preseason opener with a commanding performance leading a 93-yard touchdown drive, showcasing poise, organization, and a deep connection with rookie receiver Caleb Douglas. Willis' ability to extend plays with his legs drew attention, especially his red zone scramble that resulted in a critical horse collar penalty for the Washington Commanders. Is Miami's offense finally coming into focus around its new starting quarterback?

Quarterback depth remains a glaring concern as Quinn Ewers struggled, hampered by a groin injury, and backup options Cam Miller and Gronowski faltered—combining for a dismal 4 of 19 and three interceptions. With potential trade rumors swirling around names like Anthony Richardson and JJ McCarthy, the Dolphins face a crucial decision: can they find a reliable backup to secure their offense before opening day, or risk unraveling if Willis is sidelined?

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Locked On Podcast Network launches a fresh Miami Dolphins experience—offering Dolphins fans fast-hitting updates, unique insights, and more bite-sized content than ever before. With two dynamic five-minute episodes daily and four concise social shorts, Miami Dolphins coverage has never been more accessible for passionate fans hungry for the latest news, reactions, and storylines. As the NFL season heats up, Wes Goldberg brings you instant reactions to Miami Dolphins games, critical analysis after a preseason matchup with the Washington Commanders, and must-know numbers that shape the narrative.

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