The Miami Dolphins are responding aggressively after a turbulent Week 1 that saw them lose in shocking fashion and face a string of injuries.
The franchise solidified its defensive identity by inking defensive tackle Zach Sieler to a three-year, $64 million extension with $44 million guaranteed, ensuring one of their defensive anchors stays in Miami long term.
On offense, Pro Bowl tight end Darren Waller came out of retirement to sign a one-year deal with the Dolphins, aiming to inject veteran leadership and firepower into a unit still searching for rhythm.
Injuries have quickly reshaped the roster: starting guard James Daniels is sidelined with a pectoral injury, while cornerback Storm Duck will miss time with an ankle setback. To reinforce the offensive line, Miami signed former first-round pick Cole Strange, hoping his experience can stabilize protection.
The secondary also took a hit after Artie Burns tore his ACL in practice, but the Dolphins moved swiftly to sign cornerback Jack Jones, adding much-needed depth to their defensive backfield.
These moves—securing defensive leaders, welcoming back veteran talent, and patching injury holes—reflect a franchise unwilling to let adversity dictate its season. With Sieler setting the tone and Waller’s return fueling optimism, the Dolphins are determined to turn a rocky start into a rallying cry.