Dolphins sign rookie defensive lineman, release defensive back
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 8:12 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
On August 17, 2026, the Miami Dolphins signed defensive lineman Cam Rice and waived defensive back Tanner Wall. This roster change reflects general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan's ongoing strategy of evaluating and adjusting the team's personnel. Rice, who played at West Liberty, Ohio, and Maryland, has recorded 152 tackles and 19 sacks in his collegiate career. Wall, a BYU product, had recently joined the Dolphins after being undrafted. The team is likely to continue making roster moves as they finalize their lineup ahead of the new season.
- •Dolphins sign DL Cam Rice and waive DB Tanner Wall.
- •Cam Rice's collegiate stats include 152 tackles and 19 sacks.
- •Tanner Wall previously played at BYU and signed with the Dolphins recently.
- •Jon-Eric Sullivan continues to adjust the roster to improve the team.
- •Further roster changes are expected as the season nears.
- 8:12 PMYahoo Sports — Dolphins sign rookie DL, waive DB on Monday
"The Miami Dolphins continue to churn the bottom of their roster, as they've released a safety and signed a new defensive lineman on Monday.
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