The Miami Dolphins successfully signed several undrafted free agents after the draft, focusing on positions of need. Historically, one or two of these players often make the team's initial 53-man roster.
MIAMI GARDENS ā One again, the Miami Dolphins had a successful class of undrafted free agents.
After adding players such as Kadyn Proctor, Chris Johnson and Jacob Rodriguez in the first and second rounds, respectively, and some other intriguing players in Rounds 3-7 (see: Chris Bell), the Dolphins got to work on adding players at positions of need.
Even after the draft, the Dolphins appear to have needs at edge, safety and defensive line.
By this point, we are accustomed to one or two undrafted free agents making the Dolphins' initial 53-man roster.
The top undrafted free agents include players like Kadyn Proctor, Chris Johnson, and Jacob Rodriguez.
The Dolphins are focusing on strengthening their edge, safety, and defensive line positions.
Typically, one or two undrafted free agents make the Dolphins' initial 53-man roster.
After the draft, the Dolphins aimed to fill specific needs by signing undrafted free agents.
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MADISON, WISCONSIN - AUGUST 28: Mason Reiger #22 of the Wisconsin Badgers reacts after sacking Dequan Finn #1 of the Miami (OH) Redhawks in the second quarter at Camp Randall Stadium on August 28, 2025 in Madison, Wisconsin. (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images)
Reiger, 6-foot-5, 251 pounds, sheds blocks, creates pressure and plays with high motor. Reiger was once reportedly (The Athletic) advised to medically retire due to knee/leg injuries. He was projected as high as a fifth-round pick.
Oct 11, 2025; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies running back Le'Veon Moss (8) runs the ball in for a touchdown during the second quarter against the Florida Gators at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images
Moss, 5-foot-11, 203 pounds, could have been a fifth- or sixth-round pick. Moss is a power/goal-line back. He is a decisive runner and a willing blocker. Moss has missed some time due to knee and ankle injuries.
Sep 27, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Louisville Cardinals defensive lineman Rene Konga (90) sacks Pittsburgh Panthers quarterback Eli Holstein (10) during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
Konga, 6-foot-3, 298 pounds, is a native of Cameroon who was raised in Canada. Konga, who could have been a sixth- or seventh-round pick, has some good athletic traits and is a worthwhile developmental prospect.
Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana defensive back Louis Moore (DB41) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Moore, 5-foot-11, 191 pounds, showed instincts and ball skills in college. Moore went undrafted largely because he's not a speedster. Moore is a converted wide receiver and willing tackler.
Sep 6, 2025; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Mark Gronowski (11) runs with the ball against the Iowa State Cyclones during the second quarter at Jack Trice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images
Gronowski, 6-foot-2, 226 pounds, could have been a seventh-rounder. Gronowski is a dual-threat who ran for 545 yards and 16 touchdowns last season. The former South Dakota State quarterback will compete with former North Dakota quarterback Cam Miller for Miami's No. 3 quarterback. He's smart and a determined runner who will work to polish his passing.
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