Dolphins release cornerback Jai'Onte' McMillan and linebacker Cam Riley
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 1:43 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
The Miami Dolphins have waived cornerback Jai'Onte' McMillan and linebacker Cam Riley as part of their roster reductions ahead of the NFL deadline. The team is cutting down from 91 players to 53 by 6:00 p.m. ET on Sunday, August 30. McMillan, who joined the Dolphins just over a week ago, had appeared in one preseason game. Riley, recently signed from the New England Patriots, recorded 11 tackles and one pass defensed in two preseason appearances. These moves reflect Miami's ongoing efforts to finalize their roster.
- •Dolphins are reducing roster to 53 players by 6:00 p.m. ET today.
- •Jai'Onte' McMillan signed just over a week ago.
- •Cam Riley recorded 11 tackles in preseason games.
- •Cuts made as part of the NFL's roster deadline.
- 1:43 PMYahoo Sports — Dolphins waive pair of recently-signed defenders during roster cuts
"The Miami Dolphins are continuing their roster cuts Sunday morning, as they've released two defenders they just brought in.
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