Man Roster Projection: How Many Picks Make It?
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- The Miami Dolphins have added 13 players through the 2026 NFL Draft and expect to sign around six undrafted free agents, with limited veteran signings expected after June due to cap space constraints.
- The projected 53-man roster for 2026 includes three quarterbacks, three running backs, six wide receivers, four tight ends/fullbacks, and eight offensive linemen, with some competition and potential changes in certain positions.
- Defensive positions are relatively set, with five defensive tackles, six linebackers, six cornerbacks, and four safeties projected, though the cornerback and safety groups lack proven players and may see veteran additions.
- Special teams specialists are projected to include kicker Riley Patterson, punter Bradley Pinion, and long snapper Taybor Pepper, with some players from last season being cut.
- Overall, the Dolphins roster is mostly finalized for 2026, with the main focus now on which players will make the active roster for the season opener in September.
