Dolphins rookie DB Michael Taaffe earns praise from Jahdae Barron
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Last updated Jun 7, 2026
Miami Dolphins rookie safety Michael Taaffe received strong endorsements from his former college teammate, Denver Broncos first-round pick Jahdae Barron. Taaffe, selected in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL draft, became a starter at Texas after starting as a walk-on. Barron described Taaffe as "one of one" for his leadership and motivation during their time together. With a thin safety depth chart in Miami, Taaffe's performance in organized team activities and training camp will be crucial in determining his role for the upcoming season.
- •Michael Taaffe drafted by Miami Dolphins in the 2026 NFL draft, pick No. 158.
- •Taaffe totaled 222 tackles and seven interceptions during college at Texas.
- •Jahdae Barron praises Taaffe's impact as a motivating teammate.
- •Dolphins have a thin safety roster, increasing Taaffe's chances for a role.
- •Taaffe's performance in training camp will influence his rookie season opportunities.
- 5:19 PMYahoo Sports — One of the Miami Dolphins' many rookie defenders gets a rave review from a former teammate and first-round draft choice
- 2:14 PMYahoo Sports — 2025 first-round pick says Dolphins rookie DB is 'one-of-one'
"One of the Miami Dolphins' many 2026 NFL Draft selections got a glowing endorsement from a former teammate - and first-round draft pick.
"The Miami Dolphins added multiple rookie defenders in the 2026 NFL draft, and one is already drawing strong compliments from his peers.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 5:19 PMOne of the Miami Dolphins' many rookie defenders gets a rave review from a former teammate and first-round draft choice
One of the Miami Dolphins' many 2026 NFL Draft selections got a glowing endorsement from a former teammate - and first-round draft pick.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 2:14 PM2025 first-round pick says Dolphins rookie DB is 'one-of-one'
The Miami Dolphins added multiple rookie defenders in the 2026 NFL draft, and one is already drawing strong compliments from his peers.
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