Miami’s secondary was widely seen as a weakness heading into 2025, a situation intensified by trading Pro Bowl corner Jalen Ramsey and releasing Kendall Fuller. The Dolphins later drafted two defensive backs in the fifth round and brought in veteran Rasul Douglas on a one-year deal, a signing that proved productive as Douglas emerged as a top-20 cornerback and a notable bargain during the season.
Kohou’s role with Miami had offered versatility, serving at both nickel and outside cornerback during his time with the team. He appeared in 47 games, starting 38, and was expected to be a cornerstone of Miami’s cornerback room prior to the injury that sidelined him for the season.
Entering free agency, Kohou received medical clearance after his knee injury, but salary-cap constraints and the team’s need to manage contracts likely influenced the decision to part ways. Analysts had discussed whether the Dolphins should bring Kohou back on a prove-it deal, given his injury status and potential as depth.
Miami has continued to fill out its roster with veteran minimums as they prepare for 2026, while Rasul Douglas remains a free agent as of now. The ongoing cap situation and the evolving cornerback landscape in Miami will shape the team’s approach to retooling the position.
For the Chiefs, Kohou’s signing adds experienced depth to the secondary, with his previous versatility providing an option in both nickel and outside roles. The Dolphins, meanwhile, will need to address a still-developing cornerback room after parting with Kohou and navigating injuries and cap considerations ahead of the next season.
