Miami Dolphins Bye Week Adjustments and Roster Shuffling

The Miami Dolphins are capitalizing on their bye week to re-strategize their winless 0–5 start under new head coach Jeff Hafley and GM Jon-Eric Sullivan.

Quarterback Heat

Analysts are predicting that starting quarterback Malik Willis—who ranks last in passer rating with the league’s second-lowest-scoring offense—is on a thin leash. If his struggles continue into Week 7, the team could transition to second-year backup Kyle McCord by the season finale.

Roster Shuffle

In preparation for their October 25 matchup against the New York Jets, Miami waived receiver Ryan Miller and claimed 6-foot-3 wideout Jared Wayne off waivers from Houston. They also brought quarterback Brady Cook back to the practice squad.
* Injury Updates: The bye week offers a critical recovery window for eight banged-up players. Wide receiver Caleb Douglas (ankle), running back Jaylen Wright (stinger/foot), and cornerback Storm Duck are among those aiming to return to action against the Jets.
* Ownership Shake-up: Off the field, principal owner Stephen Ross agreed to sell another 2.1% minority stake in the franchise at an NFL-record valuation, continuing a series of minority transactions.

Key Team Metrics & Future Outlook

– Team Record: 0–5 (Facing a brutal early schedule against opponents with a combined 15–1 record)
– Cap Status: Lowest in NFL (Carrying over $180 million in dead cap, leaving just $117.54 million in active spending)
– Draft Positioning: Top-3 Projection (Early draft mocks already project Miami selecting their next franchise quarterback at No. 3 overall)