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As new Miami Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley is locked in to bring a new intensity to the team, the reality of next season could be that the franchise is in a semi-rebuild. With the Dolphins locking up young stars like offensive lineman Aaron Brewer, De’Von Achane, quarterback Malik Willis, and others, this ESPN analyst feels the organization should trade this impact player.
A major focal point of Miami’s defense the past two seasons has been linebacker Jordyn Brooks, and he’s played like a star, especially when leading the league with 183 total tackles. However, Aaron Schatz of ESPN would say that with Brooks’s contract ending after the 2026 season, Miami “should get something for him” in a trade, as he no doubt has value.
“Look, is there any point in the Dolphins keeping good players if their contracts end after the 2026 season? Brooks could possibly re-sign with Miami to be part of the rebuild. But he’s likely gone, so the Dolphins should get something for him,” Schatz wrote.
“Brooks was a first-team All-Pro linebacker last season, leading the league with 183 total tackles and adding 3.5 sacks as a blitzer,” Schatz continued. “He would be a useful addition for a team with a contending-quality offense but also a need at linebacker, perhaps the Bengals or Cowboys.”
At any rate, it remains to be seen if Brooks will stay with the Dolphins or be traded at some point this season, as if he stays, there is no denying he will once again be one of the more productive linebackers in the league. With how defensive-minded Hafley is, he will likely not have a problem having him in Miami.
The Dolphins are preparing for the 2026 season after finishing 7-10, third in the AFC East, with Week 1 featuring them facing the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, Sept. 13.
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