As the Miami Dolphins look ahead to the 2025 season, it’s clear that big changes are on the horizon. With 2024 now in the rearview mirror, the focus is on building a better team for future campaigns.
This process involves tough decisions—some of which were even harder last offseason when they parted ways with key players like Andrew Van Ginkel, Christian Wilkins, and Robert Hunt. Although none of the current departures carry quite the same weight, their contributions were certainly valued.
Now, let’s delve into which Miami favorites may not return for the 2025 season.
- Raheem Mostert’s Future in Miami
The 2023 season was stellar for Raheem Mostert, but recent developments suggest his time in Miami may be up. Rising talents De’Von Achane and Jaylen Wright have taken center stage, and it’s likely the Dolphins will look to bolster their backfield options this offseason. With Mostert and Jeff Wilson probably exiting, a fresh face could bring a more physical edge—a trait both Mostert and Wilson offered generously—that the team will continue to need.
- Braxton Berrios and the New Era with Malik Washington
Injuries and limited offensive involvement characterized Braxton Berrios’ 2024 season—or rather, highlighted the writing on the wall. While Berrios had the talent to be a greater part of the Dolphins’ game plan, he found himself mostly in a return specialist role.
Enter Malik Washington, who proved more than capable of handling the responsibilities Berrios once held. After two subdued years in Miami, it seems likely that Berrios will seek opportunities elsewhere in 2025.
- Financial Constraints Impacting Jevon Holland and Terron Armstead
It wouldn’t be a comprehensive roster review without discussing Jevon Holland and Terron Armstead, both of whom likely played their last snaps as Dolphins. Holland is poised for a significant payday the Dolphins can’t accommodate, and while the team will sorely miss his presence, they’ll likely turn to the draft for a solution. With Jordan Poyer also expected to depart, Miami’s secondary will undergo significant reconfiguration under the guidance of Anthony Weaver.
As for Terron Armstead, fan favorite though he may be, financial realities loom large. Come June, his contract offers a key opportunity for cap savings—over $14 million, a crucial figure alongside the nearly $8 million cap hit. While retirement is an option for Armstead, he might find himself designated as a post-June 1st release instead.
These potential moves underline a forward-thinking strategy as the Dolphins prepare to tackle the 2025 season with fresh vigor and a retooled roster. In the ever-evolving NFL landscape, adaptability and strategic roster management are key, and Miami is setting its sights on a future that could be bright indeed.