Dolphins claim Jai'Onte' McMillan off waivers during preseason game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 9:54 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
The Miami Dolphins have acquired cornerback Jai'Onte' McMillan off waivers during their preseason matchup against the New York Giants on August 22, 2026. This decision followed the release of veteran cornerback Nick McCloud earlier in the day. McMillan, a 24-year-old former TCU player, recorded 56 tackles and one interception over 55 games in college. He had previously signed with the Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted free agent but was recently cut. McMillan will now compete for a roster spot as training camp continues.
- •Dolphins release cornerback Nick McCloud before the game
- •McMillan played at TCU and Minnesota
- •He signed with the Colts as an undrafted free agent
- •The claim was made during halftime of the Giants game
- •McMillan aims for a roster spot in Miami
- 9:54 PMYahoo Sports — Dolphins claim former Colts CB off waivers during preseason game
"The Miami Dolphins released cornerback Nick McCloud early in the day, and now they've filled his roster spot with a former Indianapolis Colts corner.
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