Matthew Butler returns to Dolphins, faces roster competition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 7:56 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Matthew Butler is back with the Miami Dolphins for the 2026 season, having been re-signed after playing 12 games last year. The Dolphins hired Jeff Hafley as their new head coach, emphasizing a defensive strategy. Butler is likely to face significant competition for a roster spot with several players ahead of him on the depth chart. Training camp and preseason performances will be crucial for Butler’s chances of making the final roster.
- •Matthew Butler played 12 games for the Dolphins in 2025.
- •Jeff Hafley is the new head coach, focusing on defense.
- •Butler must compete with multiple players for roster spots.
- •He was re-signed for 2026 after being claimed off waivers.
- 7:56 PMYahoo Sports — Dolphins 90 in 90: Matthew Butler provides defensive line options
"Matthew Butler returns to the Dolphins in 2026, but he may have an uphill battle to stay with the team when the season starts.
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