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Dolphins sign inside linebacker Stephen Dix Jr. after release of guard

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Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Dolphins sign inside linebacker Stephen Dix Jr. after release of guard
Summary

The Dolphins signed inside linebacker Stephen Dix Jr. on August 21. This transaction was announced as the team waived offensive guard James Ester with an injury designation. Dix, who initially signed with the Cardinals as an undrafted free agent, had a strong collegiate career, recording 79 tackles and a sack last season at Arkansas. Ester had been with the Dolphins since May after joining the NFL as an undrafted free agent in 2024.

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  • •Dolphins signed ILB Stephen Dix Jr. on August 21.
  • •Team waived offensive guard James Ester due to injury.
  • •Dix previously played at Arkansas, Marshall, and Florida State.
  • •He had 79 tackles and a sack in his last season at Arkansas.
  • •Ester joined the Dolphins as a waiver claim in May.
Latest Updates
  • 11:11 PMYahoo Sports — Jeff Hafley details incredible story about new Dolphins LB
  • 7:23 PMYahoo Sports — Dolphins sign free agent ILB Stephen Dix
What they're saying
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The Miami Dolphins signed linebacker Stephen Dix Jr. on Friday, and on Saturday, he played 34 snaps against the New York Giants.

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The Dolphins signed inside linebacker Stephen Dix Jr. on Friday, the team announced.

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