The Miami Dolphins have begun making roster moves, signing eight players to reserve/futures contracts on Monday afternoon. #FinsUp
The 2023 NFL season did not end the way Miami Dolphins fans wanted. But now that the season is officially over, general manager Chris Grier and head coach Mike McDaniel have already turned their attention to next season — signing eight players to reserve/future contracts, the team announced Monday afternoon.
According to the Miami Dolphins' official website, the team has signed eight players to reserve/future contracts. The eight players include cornerback Ethan Bonner, tight end Tanner Conner, tackle Ryan Hayes, linebacker Quinton Bell, defensive tackle Brandon Bailey, offensive lineman Chasen Haynes, and wide receivers Anthony Schwartz and Braylon Sanders.
Of the players Miami has signed to future deals, only tackle Ryan Hayes was not drafted by the team. However, many of the players on this list have spent time on Miami's active roster. However, only Bonner, Bell, Conner, Sanders and Bailey appeared in Dolphins games.
If I had to put my flag on one of these players, I would probably pick defensive tackle Brandon Bailey. Earlier this year, my co-host, Jake Mendel, mentioned him as one of his dark horses who would be joining Miami's roster this past spring. And with the uncertainty surrounding the salary cap and Christian Wilkins' new deal, a DT could be exactly what Miami needs next season.
Other names include defensive back Ethan Bonner — who has shown promise on special teams and had a pass breakup a few weeks ago. And we can't overlook TE Tanner Conner, who we heard great comments about during training camp a few years ago. Miami still needs a playmaking tight end. Can he develop into that man?
Ultimately, the chance of any of these guys becoming household names is very slim. But opportunities could arise for a team that has a plethora of available roster spots in 2024 and constantly needs to go over the salary cap. As we've seen before, sometimes, all a player needs is a chance.
How do you feel about the eight players the Miami Dolphins have signed to future deals? Do you think any of these guys can stay on the 53-man roster? How do you feel just days after the Dolphins pulled off one of the biggest collapses in team history? Are you watching Hard Knocks tonight? Let us know in the comments section below!
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