One high-profile cap move discussed around Miami is the potential release of wide receiver Tyreek Hill. Despite two All-Pro selections with the Dolphins, Hill has not consistently reached 1,000 receiving yards and has dealt with a dislocated knee injury. With the team not positioned for a strong contention window, some believe Hill’s price point may not be sustainable for the franchise.
A contrasting and cautionary example of roster decisions comes from Teair Tart’s recent career arc. Tart signed with the Dolphins as a part of their 2024 offseason plans after starting 36 NFL games, but he never earned a starting role and was released after four months without playing a preseason or regular season snap. He quickly joined the Los Angeles Chargers, where he later earned a three-year, $37.5 million contract extension to stay with the team.
The Tart case is often cited alongside the Dolphins’ ongoing evaluation of their defensive front. Miami selected Kenneth Grant in the 2025 NFL Draft to help bolster the interior line, but Grant’s run-defense grading has been low by Pro Football Focus, highlighting how quickly a team can misjudge a depth chart and miss on a developmental option.
Looking ahead, the Dolphins have several key free agents to navigate. Cornerbacks Jack Jones and Rasul Douglas are impending free agents, with no public indication of contract talks. Tight ends Darren Waller and Greg Dulcich also face unrestricted status, with Waller having noted a possible Miami return if he continues playing, though that was before the coaching changes. This slate of decisions will be foundational as the new regime reshapes the Dolphins’ roster and cap strategy.
