The Miami Dolphins tore down their roster in the offseason, choosing to reset the salary cap and move on from several veterans in favor of a youth movement. The front office and coaching staff, both completely made over as well, are looking for a team that can grow together, with an eye toward a franchise that an consistently compete for championships in the future.
The veterans still on the team face the unenviable task of rebuilding, which limits their chances of winning now as they lead developing
players and hope for future wins. The Palm Beach Post’s Joe Schad took a look at some of the veteran players – headlined by defensive tackle Zach Sieler – who have to have patience as the team goes through another rebuild.
“How much patience do you have to have to go through this?” a reporter asked.
“I have two kids, man. I’m doing all right,” Sieler said with a smile.
It was a rare smile from Sieler in that locker room in northern California. Losing pains Sieler. He is an accomplished veteran. He is a solid player who has been a very good player in this league.
And he’s surrounded by toddlers.
No, not his children. His teammates…
But coach Jeff Hafley needs Sieler, and his five fellow captains, to hang in there mentally.
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For these Miami Dolphins, patience isn’t optional – Joe Schad, The Palm Beach Post
Miami Dolphins veteran defensive lineman Zach Sieler was the last player dressed and last to speak with reporters after a loss at San Francisco last Sunday dropped the team to 0-2.
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Ten Key Dolphins Numbers Through Week 2 That Tell the Story– Alain Poupart, Miami Dolphins on SI
Closing the book on the Week 1 loss at Las Vegas with some pertinent stats
If rebuild is working as planned, Dolphins will draft an edge rusher in first round – Chris Perkins, South Florida Sun Sentinel
Let’s talk about the draft, but very briefly. Miami Dolphins fans should root for an edge rusher as their first-round pick in the 2027 NFL draft. It doesn’t matter whether it’s selection No. 1, No. 16 or any other number. And technically, I’m not looking ahead to the draft, I’m making a salient point about judging the progress of this rebuild. Allow me to explain.
Did Dolphins find a recipe for offensive success in first half of 49ers loss? – C. Isaiah Smalls, Miami Herald
It might appear rather insignificant. But for the opening two quarters of the Miami Dolphins’ Week 2 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers, it was a game.
Malik Willis
Dolphins’ offense, QB Malik Willis look for solutions in red zone before facing Chiefs – David Furones, South Florida Sun Sentinel
Although the score didn’t quite show it, the Miami Dolphins made some improvements offensively in their second game of the season.
Dolphins’ Malik Willis may be his own toughest critic right now – Joe Schad, The Palm Beach Post
Miami Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis ranks 27th in the NFL in passer rating and 28th in ESPN’s Quarterback Rating.
Austin Jackson
‘Got to perform better.’ The Dolphins and the Austin Jackson conundrum – C. Isaiah Smalls, Miami Herald
The Miami Dolphins could have a burgeoning problem on the right side. His name is Austin Jackson.
Michael Taaffe
An unusual quality about Dolphins’ Taaffe. And Proctor meeting; LBs self-critical – Barry Jackson, Miami Herald
A six-pack of Dolphins notes on a Wednesday, as we approach Sunday’s home opener against Kansas City (1 p.m., CBS 4):
Dolphins injuries
Dolphins’ Chop Robinson (concussion) returns to practice; Caleb Douglas sidelined – David Furones, South Florida Sun Sentinel
Miami Dolphins edge defender Chop Robinson is advancing in concussion protocol to the point of returning to practice Wednesday, coach Jeff Hafley said ahead of the day’s drills.
Dolphins’ Hafley updates injuries, Willis, pass rush, more. And kickers audition – Barry Jackson, Miami Herald
The Dolphins got one starter back on Wednesday, but another is now sidelined.
Dolphins-Chiefs First Injury Report: Rookie Receiver Concern – Alain Poupart, Miami Dolphins on SI
The Miami Dolphins have injury issues ahead of their Week 3 home opener
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Chop Robinson returns to practice in first Dolphins vs. Chiefs injury report Week 3 – Kevin Nogle, The Phinsider
The Miami Dolphins see the return of Chop Robinson to practice on Wednesday as he closes in on clearing the concussion protocol.
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