ESPN analyst says Dolphins could lose to a team of NFL backups
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 5:40 PM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
ESPN analyst Bill Barnwell claims the Miami Dolphins' current roster is so weak that a team made up entirely of backups from around the NFL could competitively face them. Following a major offseason overhaul, the Dolphins have parted ways with key players, including Jaylen Waddle and Tyreek Hill, leaving the team unprepared for the upcoming season. Barnwell's analysis highlights a lack of substantial additions to improve the roster, which raises questions about the Dolphins' prospects in 2026. The ongoing team rebuild aims for long-term improvement rather than immediate success.
- •Dolphins have released or traded key players this offseason.
- •Barnwell believes backups could compete with Miami's roster.
- •The team is in a rebuild year, focusing on future improvements.
- •Analyst suggests Dolphins lack quality in several key positions.
- •Dolphins face challenges ahead of the 2026 season.
- 5:40 PMYahoo Sports — Dolphins' roster is so bad that an ESPN analyst believes a team of NFL backups can beat them
"This is an embarrassing assessment of the Miami Dolphins roster.
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