Position battles to watch – The Splash Zone 5/6/26

TL;DR

The Miami Dolphins are set for intense position battles this summer following the addition of new players. Key competitions include cornerback Chris Johnson and linebacker Jacob Rodriguez vying for starting roles.

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Miami Dolphins added new players to their roster
Intense position battles expected this summer
Chris Johnson and Jacob Rodriguez are key competitors

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Jeff Hafley

Miami Dolphins

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 15: Tyrel Dodson #25 of the Miami Dolphins in action during the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium on December 15, 2025 in Pittsburgh, United States. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images) | Getty Images

The Miami Dolphins have added plenty of new players to their roster and Jeff Hafley has stressed how important competition is. With all these new faces, there are going to be plenty of position battles to watch over the summer. The Dolphins have plenty of bodies in the cornerbacks room, but who are going to be the top guys? Chris Johnson looks to be one of those guys after being drafted in the first round two weeks ago. While linebacker wasn’t a huge need, Jon-Eric Sullivan added two rookies in Jacob Rodriguez and Kyle Louis. Rodriguez has the best shot of stealing a starting spot if he can outduel Tyrel Dodson. You can check out that story here, and the rest of the day’s round-up below. These 5 Miami Dolphins position battles should be settled this summerThe Miami Dolphins signed Malik Willis to start and even though he hasn’t officially been declared a starting quarterback, it would be a monumental upset if he were somehow beaten out by .

Q&A

What position battles are expected for the Miami Dolphins in 2026?

The Miami Dolphins will see significant competition at cornerback and linebacker, particularly with Chris Johnson and Jacob Rodriguez aiming for starting positions.

Who are the new players added to the Miami Dolphins roster for 2026?

The Dolphins have added several new players, including first-round draft pick Chris Johnson and rookies Jacob Rodriguez and Kyle Louis.

How does Jeff Hafley's coaching style impact the Dolphins' roster competition?

Jeff Hafley emphasizes competition, which is crucial for determining the starting lineup among the new additions to the Dolphins' roster.