Miami Dolphins sign tight end Ethan Conner and linebacker Jaheim Thomas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 7:38 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

The Miami Dolphins signed tight end Ethan Conner and inside linebacker Jaheim Thomas on August 24. Conner, undrafted, was previously in training camp with Jacksonville and recorded 59 receptions at Troy. Thomas, a former member of the Louisville Kings, had 64 tackles earlier this year. The moves come as Miami deals with injuries to multiple players at tight end and linebacker, including Will Kacmarek and Jordyn Brooks. The Dolphins tried out Kenneth Murray, a former first-round pick, but opted not to sign him.
- •Dolphins signed Ethan Conner and Jaheim Thomas on August 24.
- •Conner previously trained with Jacksonville, while Thomas played in the UFL.
- •Injuries to multiple tight ends and linebackers prompted the signings.
- •Dolphins tried out Kenneth Murray but chose not to sign him.
- 7:38 PMYahoo Sports — Miami Dolphins sign two, pass on former first-round pick of Chargers
"The Miami Dolphins signed two free agents and dropped two players.
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