Miami Dolphins’ 25 players who will be unrestricted free agents after the 2025 season
MIAMI GARDENS – The Miami Dolphins wrapped up the 2025 NFL Draft led by general manager Chris Grier.
Miami’s top two picks were defensive tackle Kenneth Grant of Michigan and guard Jonah Savaiinaea of Arizona.
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Miami will try to win its first playoff game since 2000 this season.
The Dolphins have added key free agents like James Daniels, Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, Zach Wilson, Ifeatu Melifonwu and Ashtyn Davis.
The Dolphins are looking to trade cornerback Jalen Ramsey as player and club are unhappy with each other.
The Dolphins will try to make the 2025 NFL playoffs for a third time in four years under coach Mike McDaniel.
Grier is trying to keep a focus on both the short- and longer-term priorities.
That said, let’s do a look-ahead to the list of the 2026 unrestricted free agents for the Dolphins.
By far, the biggest potential star 2026 UFA is is edge rusher Jalean Phillips.
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Phillips has 23 sacks in 46 games over four years and will play this season on a fifth-year option.
But due to injury, Phillips has averaged only 11 games per season.
The Dolphins believe in Phillips’ athleticism, determination, work ethic, leadership and high ceiling.
If and when Miami extends or does not extend him will likely be heavily influenced by if Phillips stays healthy in 2025.
Who are the Miami Dolphins’ 2026 free agents?
Sep 8, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins linebacker Jaelan Phillips (15) sacks Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) during the fourth quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
HOUSTON, TEXAS – DECEMBER 15: Jonnu Smith #9 of the Miami Dolphins catches a touchdown pass against Derek Stingley Jr. #24 of the Houston Texans during the third quarter at NRG Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 30: Da’Shawn Hand #91 and Kader Kohou #4 of the Miami Dolphins celebrate an interception with teammates against the Tennessee Titans during the first quarter at Hard Rock Stadium on September 30, 2024 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)
Jan 12, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Zach Wilson (4) warms up before a game against the Buffalo Bills in an AFC wild card game at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images
Dec 30, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; Detroit Lions safety Ifeatu Melifonwu (6) during the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images
Jan 5, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets safety Ashtyn Davis (21) celebrates his interception with teammates during the first half against the Miami Dolphins at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
Nov 3, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Chicago Bears offensive tackle Larry Borom (75) against Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Dante Stills (55) at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Dec 22, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Benito Jones (95) is unable to control a catch from a interception during first half against the San Francisco 49ers at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images
Dec 29, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Miami Dolphins safety Elijah Campbell (22) tackles Cleveland Browns wide receiver James Proche II (11) during the first half at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
Miami Dolphins offensive tackle OT Liam Eichenberg pratices during OTA’s at training facility in Davie, Florida on May 26, 2021.
Sep 17, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Titans punter Ryan Stonehouse (4) watches a punt during the second half against the Los Angeles Chargers at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 8, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins punter Jake Bailey (16) lifts Miami Dolphins place kicker Jason Sanders (7) after his game winning field goal against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images
May 1, 2025; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Sauber driver Nico Hulkenberg (center) greets Miami Dolphins players Will Bradley-King (left) and Quinton Bell (right) ahead of the F1 Miami Grand Prix at Miami International Autodrome. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images
Jan 7, 2024; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New York Jets safety Ashtyn Davis (21) defends against the pass intended for New England Patriots tight end Pharaoh Brown (86) in the second half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 31, 2017; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Artie Burns (25) enters the field before playing the Cleveland Browns at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 23, 2024; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; New Orleans Saints linebacker Willie Gay Jr. (6) during the game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
Nov 17, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Las Vegas Raiders running back Alexander Mattison (22) runs with the football against Miami Dolphins cornerback Kader Kohou (4) during the fourth quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Linebacker K.J. Britt
Nov 4, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) is tackled by Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker K.J. Britt (52) during overtime at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
Wide receiver D’Wayne Eskridge
Nov 5, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Dee Eskridge (1) walks down the field before the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Linebacker Channing Tindell
Oct 22, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Miami Dolphins linebacker Channing Tindall (41) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
Defensive end Matt Dickerson
![Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Jack Cochrane (43) and defensive tackle Matt Dickerson (93) make the sack on Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) during late first quarter action. The Jaguars led 20 to 10 at the end of the first half. The Jacksonville Jaguars hosted the Kansas City Chiefs in the Jaguars first preseason game of the season Saturday, August10, 2024 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. [Bob Self/Florida Times-Union]](https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/LduLcqsw05DRULqI2NtCUg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTc5OTtjZj13ZWJw/https://media.zenfs.com/en/palm-beach-daily-news/0e1596ba17f86ba84b2ca6bc0ea37060)
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Jack Cochrane (43) and defensive tackle Matt Dickerson (93) make the sack on Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) during late first quarter action. The Jaguars led 20 to 10 at the end of the first half. The Jacksonville Jaguars hosted the Kansas City Chiefs in the Jaguars first preseason game of the season Saturday, August10, 2024 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. [Bob Self/Florida Times-Union]
Offensive tackle Jackson Carman
Jan 29, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Cincinnati Bengals guard Jackson Carman (79) reacts after running back Samaje Perine (34) scored a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs during the third quarter of the AFC Championship game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
Defensive tackle Neil Farrell
Aug 26, 2022; Paradise, Nevada, USA; New England Patriots guard Cole Strange (69) defends against Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Neil Farrell Jr. (93) at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Wide receiver Erik Ezukanma
Sep 17, 2023; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; The New England Patriots defense tackles Miami Dolphins receiver Erik Ezukanma (18) during the first half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-USA TODAY Sports
Tight end Tanner Conner
Aug 6, 2024; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Dolphins tight end Tanner Conner (80) catches the football during a joint practice with the Atlanta Falcons at Baptist Health Training Complex. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports
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