Miami Dolphins rank 24th in NFL offseason spending
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 5:45 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Miami Dolphins ranked 24th among NFL teams in offseason spending, investing $96.9 million to sign 21 free agents. This follows the departure of 37 players after new general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan's appointment. Key signings included quarterback Malik Willis, who received a three-year deal worth $67.5 million. Miami’s limited spending ability stemmed from a significant $55 million dead cap hit from releasing Tua Tagovailoa, resulting in $179.2 million tied up in players no longer with the team. Looking ahead, the Dolphins might have increased flexibility in the next offseason.
- •Dolphins signed 21 free agents this offseason.
- •Top signing was quarterback Malik Willis, $67.5 million deal.
- •Team's spending limited by a $55 million dead cap hit.
- •Miami has $179.2 million in dead money on the payroll.
- •The offseason spending ranked 24th out of 32 NFL teams.
- 5:45 PMYahoo Sports — Where did Dolphins rank among NFL teams in offseason spending?
"The Miami Dolphins brought in 21 free agents this offseason, but they didn't spend a ton to do so.
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