Dolphins prepare for 2026 season with young roster average of 25.4 years
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 9:09 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
The Miami Dolphins have completed their organized team activities and mandatory minicamp as they look ahead to the 2026 season under head coach Jeff Hafley. Having lost numerous veterans and added over 20 rookies, the team's average roster age is now 25.4 years, the second-youngest in the NFL. Analyst Matt Okada notes this youth could be a crucial factor for the Dolphins as they aim to identify foundational players for their rebuilding process. With training camp on the horizon, the team will likely adjust their roster further before the season begins.
- •Dolphins finished organized team activities and minicamp on June 12, 2026.
- •Team average age is 25.4 years, second-youngest in the NFL.
- •Dolphins added more than 20 rookies this offseason.
- •The team has the most draft selections in 2026 with 13 picks.
- •Roster may change after cuts ahead of training camp.
- 9:09 PMYahoo Sports — NFL analyst determines the most important number for Dolphins in 2026
"The Miami Dolphins aren't expected to have the best roster in the league in 2026, but one aspect of the group will be very important for the team.
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