The Miami Dolphins have completed their initial practice squad for the 2026 NFL season after a series of roster adjustments. New general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan was active over the weekend, reducing the team's roster to 53 players before making seven waiver claims, the highest in the NFL, and signing free agent defensive end Malik Herring.
Several players have been released, including offensive tackle Gottlieb Ayedze, safety Major Burns, tight end Jeremiah Franklin, quarterback Mark Gronowski, running backs Marquez Hunter and Carlos Washington Jr., edge rusher Rodney McGraw, wide receiver Jalen Reagor, and inside linebacker Cam Riley.
With the Dolphins facing significant salary cap challenges due to over $180 million in dead cap, fans can anticipate ongoing changes to the practice squad and roster throughout the season. The team is preparing for their regular season opener against the Las Vegas Raiders on September 13th.
Further details about the team's roster management strategies were not provided.
