Dolphins sign Eric Watts to practice squad ahead of Week 5
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 8:13 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
The Miami Dolphins announced they have signed edge defender Eric Watts to the practice squad as they prepare for Week 5 of the NFL season. Watts, previously with the New York Jets, has played 18 games in his career, recording 21 total tackles. He was waived by the Jets after an injury and later reached an injury settlement that allowed him to join another team. The Dolphins replaced Watts on the roster by releasing edge defender Amari Gainer. The Dolphins will face the Jets twice this season, with their first matchup in Week 7.
- •Dolphins announced the signing on October 9, 2026.
- •Watts played 18 games with the Jets, recording 21 tackles.
- •Amari Gainer was released to make room for Watts.
- •Jets face Dolphins in Week 7 and again in Week 12.
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