The Miami Dolphins have finalized their 53-man roster, which includes 13 rookies, just eight days before their season opener against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium. This group consists of 11 draft picks, one undrafted free agent, and one player acquired through waivers.
Among the rookies, only two of the team's draft picks are not included on the roster: fourth-round pick Trey Moore, who is on injured reserve, and seventh-round pick Max Llewellyn, who was waived after initially making the 53-man roster but is now on the practice squad.
With the Dolphins in a pivotal phase as an organization, many of these rookies are expected to play significant roles this season, with several likely to start.
The power rankings for Dolphins rookies highlight their potential and performance during training camp and preseason. The top tier includes cornerback Chris Johnson, who is favored to be the team's Rookie of the Year due to his impressive development, followed by guard Kadyn Proctor, who is anticipated to be a solid starter on the offensive line.
Linebacker Jacob Rodriguez also stands out after outperforming veteran Tyrel Dodson, particularly in coverage and turnover creation.
In the potential starters tier, wide receiver Chris Bell has made a notable return from injury, raising expectations about his contributions. Tight end Will Kacmarek is recognized for his blocking skills, while safety Michael Taaffe has received praise for his intangibles.
