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Miami Dolphins trade deadline grades and Week 10 fan confidence poll

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Dolphins fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Miami Dolphins are 2-7 and trying to figure out what is next for the franchise. […]

Miami Dolphins sign linebacker to replace Jaelan Phillips

The Miami Dolphins made one trade during this season’s flurry of swaps that concluded with the NFL’s trade deadline on Tuesday afternoon — sending former first round pick EDGE rusher Jaelan Phillips to the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for a third round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. That move left the Dolphins with a […]

Five Things I Think I Think About the Miami Dolphins – Week 9

After only three days of rest since their unexpected trouncing of the Falcons in Week 8, the Fins were at it again: this time at home against the 3-5 Ravens, a team struggling as of late without their star quarte— JK, he’s back. Jackson’s return brought everything to equilibrium Beating Atlanta by 24 points was […]

Dolphins trade rumors did not materialize on Tuesday – Why?

The Miami Dolphins were rumored to be major sellers ahead of Tuesday’s NFL trade deadline, with many analysts expecting the team to fully enter rebuild mode, trading away current players for draft picks and future prospects. Other than a Monday trade of linebacker Jaelan Phillips to the Philadelphia Eagles, Miami remained quiet throughout a day […]

Dolphins add young cornerback to practice squad

Following Tuesday’s quiet trade deadline in Miami Gardens, the Dolphins ended up making one adjustment to their roster by signing cornerback Clarence Lewis to their practice squad. Lewis — just 24 years old — was an undrafted free agent out of Syracuse. He signed with the Tennessee Titans following the 2025 NFL Draft. Lewis only […]

Dolphins silent at the trade deadline – The Splash Zone 11/5/25

The NFL trade deadline has come and gone. On Monday, the Miami Dolphins traded away Jaelan Phillips to the Philadelphia Eagles for their third round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Many believed some more players would be moved before the deadline yesterday, but it turns out Phillips was the only player to be moved. […]

Dolphins stay quiet at NFL trade deadline

The Miami Dolphins opened the week with a trade of linebacker Jaelan Phillips to the Philadelphia Eagles. The move seemed to indicate the team was starting to be sellers at the NFL trade deadline. However, as Tuesday’s 4 p.m. Eastern deadline approached and deals were announced across the league, the Dolphins were absent from the […]

Fins Up, Fins Down | Week Nine

Hey, remember way back when the Dolphins lost to the Ravens by a score of 28-6 on Thursday Night Football? In some respects, that loss feels like a lifetime ago. Since then, general manager Chris Grier and the club decided to “mutually part ways,” EDGE rusher Jaelan Phillips was offloaded to the Philadelphia Eagles in […]

Dolphins trade Jaelan Phillips to the Eagles – The Splash Zone 11/4/25

The Miami Dolphins have been rumored to be open to moving some of their players and those rumors came true yesterday. The Dolphins traded away one of their edge rushers, Jaelan Phillips, to the Philadelphia Eagles for a 2026 third round pick. While Phillips has been a disruptive pass rusher, he just hasn’t been able […]

Attend the Eater Ultimate Tailgate this weekend in Miami

This Sunday before the Miami Dolphins take on the Buffalo Bills, our friends at Eater are hosting the Eater Ultimate Tailgate presented by Diageo at Grails Miami in Wynwood. Your paid ticket includes food from Eater Miami favorites Doggi’s Arepa Bar, Sanguich, and Fookem’s Fabulous plus three (3) drink tickets! Then you get a ride […]

NFL Week 10 odds: Dolphins vs. Bills line set

It probably should not come as much of a surprise, but the Miami Dolphins opened as big underdogs against the Buffalo Bills in Week 10. Miami is 2-7 on the year, are likely sellers as the NFL trade deadline approaches, and have already made one major move as former general manager Chris Grier has left […]

NFL trade deadline 2025: What 2026 NFL Draft picks do Miami Dolphins hold?

The NFL trade deadline is quickly approaching, with just over 24 hours before the 4 p.m. Eastern limit on Tuesday, November 4. The Miami Dolphins have already made one move, sending linebacker Jaelan Phillips to the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for a third-round draft pick. There are several other moves the Dolphins could make as […]

Miami Dolphins trade Jaelan Phillips to Philadelphia Eagles

Early Monday morning, it was announced by multiple media outlets that the Miami Dolphins are trading EDGE rusher Jaelan Phillips to the Philadelphia Eagles for a third round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. The move comes just days after the Dolphins and long-time general manager Chris Grier decided to mutually part ways, with reports […]

What’s next for the Dolphins – The Splash Zone 11/3/25

The NFL trade deadline is tomorrow and the Miami Dolphins are one of those teams rumored to be open to moving some players. That wasn’t the case a few days ago, but after parting ways with Chris Grier and Champ Kelly serving as interim general manager, it seems very likely the Dolphins could be trading […]

Sunday Live Games Thread: Early Afternoon, Late Afternoon, and Sunday Night Football

Please use this thread to follow the NFL’s slate of late-afternoon games and Sunday Night Football. Please follow all site rules in the live threads and other posts on The Phinsider. Please note that SBNation strictly prohibits the sharing of illegal game streams. Sharing, discussing, or requesting illegal game streams may result in a temporary […]

Could Dolphins bench Tua Tagovailoa? Could Jaylen Waddle be traded?

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa leads the league with 11 interceptions and has not looked comfortable running the offense for much of the season. The offensive line has not done him any favors, allowing a ton of pressure to get into his face, and even when the opposing defense does not break through, Tagovailoa’s internal […]

NFL odds: Week 9 winners picks and schedule

The NFL’s Week 9 schedule started with the Miami Dolphins losing to the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday. It now moves on to the Sunday slate of games, with 12 games on tap. Meanwhile, the Cleveland Browns, New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers will have the week off as they all reach their […]

Phinsider Question Of The Day: Should They Stay Or Should They Go Edition

Well, at least part of what Miami Dolphins fans have been screaming for —the firing of general manager Chris Grier, oh, sorry, mutual separation —has finally happened. Others also wanted to see head coach Mike McDaniel fired, but at least for now, it seems Mike will survive through this season. Some speculate that whoever the team brings […]

How many wins will the Dolphins have in 2025?

The Miami Dolphins dropped to 2-7 through the first nine weeks of the 2025 NFL season after losing to the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday Night Football. While the rest of the league is waiting for their Week 9 contests, the Dolphins are already starting to work on the future – general manager Chris Grier has […]

Dolphins and Chris Grier part ways – The Splash Zone 11/1/25

The Miami Dolphins will have a new general manager after this season comes to an end as the team and Chris Grier mutually agreed to part ways. Grier has been the Dolphins GM since 2016 and the Dolphins have been an up and down team during his tenure. There were some high highs and some […]

Phinsider Victory Of The Week Open Thread Vol. 654

It’s Friday, which means it’s time for our Victory of the Week (VOTW) post! This evening’s conversation prompt is straightforward: What was your victory this week? Did something remarkable happen? Is there a small achievement worth celebrating? This could relate to the Miami Dolphins, your professional life, or your personal life. We all experience victories, […]

Who is Champ Kelly, Miami Dolphins interim general manager?

The Miami Dolphins on Friday agreed to part ways with general manager Chris Grier. He had served with the team for 26 years, starting as a scout, and working his way up to the last 10 years as the team’s general manager. However, the team has struggled throughout the season and the roster construction has […]