Michael Taaffe records two interceptions for Miami Dolphins this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 11:26 PM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026

Michael Taaffe, a former player for the Texas Longhorns, has made an immediate impact in the NFL with the Miami Dolphins. In his first six games, he achieved two interceptions, marking the first Dolphins player to do so since Patrick Surtain in 1998. Taaffe, who had a standout college career with 222 tackles and seven interceptions, aims to continue his strong performance as the regular season progresses. He was also recognized as a semifinalist for the 2024 Burlsworth Trophy and is on several preseason watch lists. Taaffe's efforts contribute to Miami's defensive strategies as they look to build for the future.
- •Taaffe is the first Dolphins player since 1998 with two interceptions in first six games.
- •He recorded 222 tackles and seven interceptions during his college career.
- •Taaffe earned multiple SEC honors and was a Burlsworth Trophy semifinalist.
- •He is aiming to establish himself as a key defensive player for the Dolphins.
- 11:26 PMYahoo Sports — Former Longhorns DB Michael Taaffe joins special company with Miami
"Michael Taaffe is following in the footsteps of former Dolphins star Patrick Surtain. The former Longhorns is thriving with Miami.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
College Sports•Oct 31, 2026, 12:10 AMMichigan starters are questionable, Rutgers QB is out for upcoming matchup
NCAAM•Oct 31, 2026, 12:08 AMUConn coach Dan Hurley agrees to contract extension through 2032
College Sports•Oct 31, 2026, 12:00 AMCenter Kolt Dieterich Faces Toughest Test Yet In Nebraska Front Seven
College Sports•Oct 30, 2026, 11:30 PMTwo former Sooners among PFF's highest-graded rookies this season
College Sports•Oct 30, 2026, 11:19 PMFlorida basketball trio earns SEC, NABC preseason honors
NCAAF•Oct 30, 2026, 11:18 PMSources: Texas Tech using 2 QBs vs. Arizona as Castellanos gets uptick
