The Miami Dolphins are actively looking to boost their roster through strategic waiver wire claims.
The annual NFL roster cuts have begun, with teams slimming down their squads. For the Dolphins, this period signals a chance to snag potential talent off the waiver wire, a strategy they’ve utilized before.
Last season, the Dolphins acquired wide receiver Grant DuBose from the Green Bay Packers via waivers. This year, they’ve already made two moves, adding cornerback Ryan Cooper Jr. from the Seattle Seahawks and defensive lineman Matthew Butler from the Las Vegas Raiders.
While the Dolphins struck gold in 2019 with defensive tackle Zach Sieler, who became a key player on their defense, such success stories are rare. Most waiver claims do not yield significant contributors, making Sieler’s impact all the more remarkable.
Despite the challenges, the Dolphins managed to find success with linebacker Tyrel Dodson, another player claimed off waivers from the Seahawks last season.