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Troy Aikman working with Dolphins “pains” former teammate Michael Irvin

Troy Aikman working with Dolphins “pains” former teammate Michael Irvin

The Miami Dolphins enlisted the services of Hall of Fame quarterback Troy Aikman when filling their general manager and head coach openings this offseason. The former Cowboys great was so instrumental in helping to hire Jon-Eric Sullivan and Jeff Hafley, the Dolphins retained Aikman as a consultant to the organization despite never playing for Miami.

Aikman’s former teammate — Hall of Fame wide receiver Michael Irvin — is not a fan of his quarterback working for the Dolphins and not the Cowboys.

Speaking on Thursday morning, Irvin had this to say about Aikman benefiting Miami and not Dallas:

“It...

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De’Von Achane recovering from shoulder surgery – The Splash Zone 5/28/26

De’Von Achane recovering from shoulder surgery – The Splash Zone 5/28/26

Miami Dolphins running back De’Von Achane recently inked a contract extension and fans had been wondering why he had not been practicing at OTA’s. That was answered yesterday when Jeff Hafley revelead Achane is recovering from shoulder surgery. So while he continues to rehab, he’ll do some light drills and run around during Dolphins practices till he is fully healthy.

You can check out that story here, and the rest of the day’s round-up below.

Miami Dolphins’ De’Von Achane: shoulder Injury update Miami Dolphins star running back De’Von Achane had offseason shoulder surgery, coach Jeff Hafley said on Wednesday, May...

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De’Von Achane expecting heavy workload in 2026

De’Von Achane expecting heavy workload in 2026

The Miami Dolphins just made electric running back De’Von Achane the third highest paid ball carrier in the National Football League this offseason — signing the 24-year old to a four-year, $64 million extension roughly two weeks ago.

While Achane has been easing himself back into practice at Miami’s OTAs this week following a shoulder procedure earlier this year, the young star is excited to carry the load for the Dolphins this upcoming season. Speaking with the South Florida media today, Achane had this to say about expectations following the team’s financial commitment to him.

“It comes with the...

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Miami Dolphins Discussion: If You Only Had One Edition

Miami Dolphins Discussion: If You Only Had One Edition

As a fan of a sports franchise or college team, you sometimes get a chance to run into and meet one of the players or coaches, past or present, from the team or teams that you root for. Many of you here on the Phinsider already have some great stories of run-ins and meetings with various Miami Dolphins players over the years. But what about that one guy you would love to just sit down with and ask questions of, or just love to have a nice long conversation with?

So this evening’s somewhat obvious Phinsider Question Of The Day...

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Dolphins 90 in 90: Dante Trader Jr. looks to build off rookie campaign

Dolphins 90 in 90: Dante Trader Jr. looks to build off rookie campaign

The Miami Dolphins continue to prepare for the 2026 season, completing the fifth of their nine scheduled Organized Team Activities on Wednesday. As the Dolphins continue their on-field workouts, we continue our look at their 2026 roster, taking a closer look at every member of their 90 players (or in Miami’s case, 91 players due to a roster exemption). We have spent the last two breakdowns taking a look at offensive players. Today, we return to the defense.

Miami’s secondary has been a much-discussed aspect of their roster this offseason. While much of the focus has been on the cornerback...

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De’Von Achane, Austin Jackson dealing with injuries

De’Von Achane, Austin Jackson dealing with injuries

The Miami Dolphins are on the practice fields in Miami Gardens today, continuing their offseason program. Prior to today’s practice, head coach Jeff Hafley met with the media and discussed various topics relating to the team. The first question asked to Miami’s coach was about running back De’Von Achane and the injury that has been bothering him since late last season.

“[Achane] is still recovering [from injury] and will not be a full participant today.”

When pressed further, Hafley went into greater detail regarding Achane’s absence.

“Last year, if you remember, he missed the last game of the...

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Malik Willis comes in ahead of surprising names in Chris Simms’ 2026 QB rankings

Malik Willis comes in ahead of surprising names in Chris Simms’ 2026 QB rankings

The Miami Dolphins are in the middle of a major rebuild under the leadership of new general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan and new head coach Jeff Hafley. Plenty of players have been shipped out, while many others have been brought in to reshape Miami’s roster. One such player is new starting quarterback Malik Willis — formerly of the Tennessee Titans and Green Bay Packers.

Willis was a backup in Green Bay for the past two seasons, but saw in-game action on multiple occasions when starter Jordan Love was unable to suit up due to injury. His body of work in those...

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De’Von Achane has high expectations for Dolphins – The Splash Zone 5/27/26

De’Von Achane has high expectations for Dolphins – The Splash Zone 5/27/26

The words rebuild and reset have been used plenty of times on the Miami Dolphins this offseason. But De’Von Achane does not want to hear it. Achane was recently interviewed by former Dolphin, Terron Armstead, and expressed his desire to win the division and beyond this season. The Dolphins haven’t won the AFC East since 2008 and haven’t won a playoff game since 2000. While the roster might not be primed to achieve those goals this year, Achane knows this team and their fans are desperate for some sort of post season success.

You can check out that story here,...

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Miami Dolphins Discussion: Has The NFL Gone Too Far Edition

Miami Dolphins Discussion: Has The NFL Gone Too Far Edition

The NFL is easily the most popular sports league in the country, with the most TV/Cable/Streaming viewers every single season. They also lead all leagues in merchandise sales and ridiculous broadcast contracts. Those contracts are ridiculous, given that broadcasters regularly lose money on their deals yet return for the next round of contract negotiations, bidding above value for another round of rights. No other league could pull this off time after time. The overpaying by various broadcasters for the rights to air NFL games doesn’t hurt us fans directly, but the NFL is doing plenty else to hurt fans all...

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Dolphins 90 in 90: Jim Bonifas provides depth to offensive line

Dolphins 90 in 90: Jim Bonifas provides depth to offensive line

Welcome back to the 2026 installment of our annual 90-in-90 Miami Dolphins roster breakdown. We have taken a closer look at a couple of defensive players already this year, as well as one offensive player. We even the count today with our second player on the offensive side of the line of scrimmage.

The Dolphins’ offensive line has been a question mark for years. Every time they seem to have it fixed, something happens and they have to start building again. This year, it actually seems like it might all come together, with most of the starting positions already decided....

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Dolphins all-time great Manny Fernandez passes away

Dolphins all-time great Manny Fernandez passes away

Two-time Super Bowl Champion. Two-time Second-Team All-Pro. Eight-year NFL career. Thirty-five career sacks and six fumbles recovered in 103 career games played. A member of the Miami Dolphins’ Silver Anniversary Team, All-Time Team, Honor Roll, and Walk of Fame. Named to Pro Football Weekly’s All-Time Super Bowl team in 2001, and USA Today’s All-Time Super Bowl team in 2006. Those are the accolades and accomplishments for Miami Dolphins nose tackle Manny Fernandez.

Fernandez missed out on being named Super Bowl MVP for his 17 tackles and one sack performance in Super Bowl VII. Dick Schaap named safety Jake Scott the...

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Achane says “winning the division” is the Dolphins’ goal this season

Achane says “winning the division” is the Dolphins’ goal this season

The Miami Dolphins recently signed running back De’Von Achane to a 4-year extension worth up to $68M, locking in arguably the team’s best player until 2030. A few days after putting pen to paper, Achane appeared on former Miami Dolphins tackle Terron Armstead’s podcast, where he spoke candidly about Miami’s aspirations this season.

Specifically, Achane said “Everybody keeps saying about this rebuild year. I ain’t got time for it…no, I ain’t tryna do it. I wanna win the division. We got to win a playoff game.”

Now, it should be noted that the Dolphins are currently projected to be one...

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