The Miami Dolphins face criticism regarding roster management strategies
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Sep 7, 2026

The 2026 Miami Dolphins front office and coaching staff face ongoing scrutiny regarding the direction of the franchise. While some observers describe the recent roster changes as intentional efforts to secure high draft picks, personnel moves suggest a broader shift in team composition. The team released several high-profile players during the offseason, including Tyreek Hill, who has not signed with another club, and Tua Tagovailoa. Management also traded Jaylen Waddle to the Philadelphia Eagles for multiple draft assets, including picks used to address wide receiver depth. Despite low expectations for the team's overall win-loss record, personnel decisions appear driven by long-term roster construction rather than an intentional effort to lose games. Head coach Jeff Hafley continues to manage the squad as they navigate the current NFL season.
- •The Miami Dolphins cut Tyreek Hill and Tua Tagovailoa during the offseason.
- •The team traded Jaylen Waddle to the Philadelphia Eagles for picks 30, 94, and 130.
- •Personnel moves included moving on from overpaid or older veteran players.
- •The organization maintains it is not intentionally losing games to secure draft positioning.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — The Miami Dolphins are not tanking!
"The 2026 Miami Dolphins may not be good, but they aren’t losing on purpose.
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