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Dolphins waive running back Anthony Hankerson amid roster changes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 1:50 AM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Dolphins waive running back Anthony Hankerson amid roster changes

Summary

The Miami Dolphins announced the waiver of running back Anthony Hankerson on August 10, 2026, marking a shift in their roster as they prepare for the upcoming season. Hankerson, an undrafted free agent, faced tough competition following the contract extension of Pro Bowl running back De’Von Achane. The Dolphins' running back lineup now features Achane, Ollie Gordon, Jaylen Wright, Carlos Washington Jr., and Donovan Edwards. Miami may only carry three running backs into the regular season, making the remaining players' performance in training camp critical for roster spots.

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•Dolphins waived running back Anthony Hankerson on August 10, 2026.
•Hankerson was undrafted and joined the team after the 2026 NFL Draft.
•Miami's current running back group includes De’Von Achane, Ollie Gordon, and Jaylen Wright.
•Experts predict Miami may only carry three running backs into the season.
•The performance of remaining backs in training camp will be crucial for their roster chances.

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1:50 AMYahoo Sports — Dolphins Cut Ties With Bellcow Running Back During Training Camp

What they're saying

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Heading into the 2026 NFL offseason, the Miami Dolphins running back position had a large question mark.That was primarily due to the status of Pro Bowl running back De’Von Achane, who was coming off the best season of his career in 2025, but was also set to be a free agent following the 2026 season.After […] The post Dolphins Cut Ties With Bellcow Running Back During Training Camp appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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