In addition to those high-profile releases, the Dolphins are expected to designate Tua Tagovailoa as a post-June 1 release, a move that would create $67 million in dead money for the 2026 season. The club also dropped 2025 free-agent signings James Daniels and Nick Westbrook-Ikhine after limited impact during the season.
Most recently, Miami announced the release of former second-round pick Liam Eichenberg following a failed physical. Eichenberg signed a one-year deal prior to the 2025 season and appeared in 60 games with 52 starts across multiple positions on the offensive line, including a postseason start at center in 2023. He spent the 2025 season on the Physically Unable to Perform list due to a leg injury, leaving his future uncertain.
Eichenberg’s departure continues a broader shift on the Dolphins’ offensive line. Despite his versatility, he had been a target for upgrade, and he spent 2024 primarily at right guard, where Pro Football Focus ranked him among the league’s lower guards. Miami’s plan to bolster the interior line has included adding guard James Daniels (who was hurt early in 2025) and drafting Jonah Savaiinaea in the 2025 draft, a move that drew scrutiny after mixed evaluations.
Looking ahead, the Dolphins appear poised to introduce competition at guard spots while maintaining stability at tackle and center as they rebuild under a new coaching staff and front office. The organization will likely prioritize depth and versatility along the interior line to support a refreshed roster in the 2026 campaign.
