Miami Dolphins release kicker Zane Gonzalez after injury settlement

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Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Miami Dolphins release kicker Zane Gonzalez after injury settlement
Summary

The Miami Dolphins have released kicker Zane Gonzalez, who joined the team earlier this offseason. Gonzalez, a nine-year veteran, suffered an injury and had been placed on injured reserve, which ended his season. The release follows a brief tenure with Miami, as he was brought in to compete with Riley Patterson for the kicking job. Patterson will now serve as the Dolphins' starting kicker for the upcoming season. Gonzalez, currently recovering, may seek to sign with another team once healthy.

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  • Zane Gonzalez injured and landed on injured reserve.
  • Miami released him with an injury settlement.
  • Patterson will be the Dolphins' starting kicker in 2026.
  • Gonzalez may sign with another team when healthy.
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  • 11:04 PMYahoo SportsDolphins release 9-year veteran after just five months with the team
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The Miami Dolphins have officially moved on from an injured veteran, who they signed earlier in the offseason.

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