Miami Dolphins finalize roster projection ahead of NFL cut deadline

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Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Miami Dolphins finalize roster projection ahead of NFL cut deadline
Summary

The Miami Dolphins prepare to cut their roster from 91 to 53 players by 6:00 p.m. ET on August 30. This follows their last preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. The projected roster includes players such as Malik Willis at quarterback and De'Von Achane at running back, while several players have been identified for potential cuts. The Dolphins are set to begin their regular season under new head coach Jeff Hafley soon after the deadline.

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  • •Dolphins to trim roster by the NFL's deadline on August 30.
  • •Key positions projected include quarterback and running back.
  • •Last preseason game played against Atlanta Falcons.
  • •Jeff Hafley begins his first season as head coach.
  • •Potential cuts identified across multiple positions.
Latest Updates
  • 12:40 AMKansas City Star — Here is the Kansas City Chiefs’ initial 53-man roster after final cuts - Kansas City Star
  • 12:20 AMYahoo Sports — The Chiefs’ initial 53-man roster for 2026 revealed after cuts
  • 12:20 AMArrowhead Pride — The Chiefs’ initial 53-man roster for 2026 revealed after cuts - Arrowhead Pride
  • 12:03 AMYahoo Sports — Takeaways from Dolphins initial 53-man roster and cuts
  • 10:17 PMYahoo Sports — Miami Dolphins roster 2026: Cuts complete, roster ‘set’
  • 8:49 PMYahoo Sports — Here's the Miami Dolphins initial 53-man roster for 2026 after cuts
  • 4:01 PMYahoo Sports — 34 players who are locks to make the Dolphins 53-man roster
  • 2:08 PMYahoo Sports — 4 toughest cuts from final 2026 Dolphins 53-man roster projection
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The Kansas City Chiefs announced their initial 2026 53-man roster, including Patrick Mahomes, Justin Fields, Travis Kelce and Harrison Butker. See the cuts.

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The Dolphins must trim their roster to 53 players this weekend, so Dolphins Wire recently put out a roster projection, and there were some tough cuts.

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The Miami Dolphins have spent the last two days cutting down their roster from 91 players. Here's who left as the team heads to the regular season.

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