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JuJu Brents impresses at Dolphins minicamp, aims for starting role

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Last updated Jun 5, 2026

JuJu Brents impresses at Dolphins minicamp, aims for starting role

Summary

Miami Dolphins cornerback JuJu Brents has shown strong performance during mandatory minicamp, displaying improved mental strength and athleticism. After being drafted 44th overall three years ago and struggling with injuries, Brents now seeks a starting position on a team in need of defensive backs. Coach Jeff Hafley praised his length and ability to play the ball. Last season, Brents allowed a strong passer rating of 70.4 during his appearances before undergoing foot surgery. He emphasizes the need to maintain a competitive mindset and stay healthy as the Dolphins prepare for the upcoming season.

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Status Watch

•JuJu Brents displayed impressive skills during Dolphins minicamp.
•Brents has dealt with injuries, starting only three games recently.
•Coach Jeff Hafley highlighted Brents' competitive nature and athleticism.
•Brents had a 70.4 passer rating allowed last season before injury.
•Brents aims to solidify his role in a young cornerback group.

Latest Updates

6:54 PMYahoo Sports — Dolphins CB JuJu Brents has physical tools to break through, but must stay healthy
6:15 PMYahoo Sports — Dolphins' JuJu Brents looks like real deal if he can stay healthy

What they're saying

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MIAMI GARDENS — The Miami Dolphins need starting-caliber cornerbacks to emerge through competition ahead of the 2026 season. JuJu Brents, the long 6-foot-3 cornerback who showed flashes in limited opportunities last season before going down with a foot/ankle injury, could be primed to make that leap once expected of him as a former second-round pick of the Indianapolis Colts in 2023. Brents’ 82 ...
— Yahoo Sports