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The fragmented, geometric visual style captures the chaotic nature of a linebacker’s role on the football field.Today in Miami
Former Miami Dolphins linebacker Anthony Walker has announced his retirement from the NFL after a 9-year career that included stints with the Browns, Colts, Dolphins, and Buccaneers. Walker signed a one-year, $1.37 million contract with the Dolphins in 2024 and started 8 games for the team that season, recording 68 combined tackles, 1 sack, and 1 interception.
Why it matters
Walker’s retirement is the latest in a series of offseason departures for the Dolphins, who have seen several key players leave the team in recent years as they’ve struggled to maintain a championship-level roster. The linebacker position is one area where Miami appears to be in good shape, however, with standouts like Jordyn Brooks and Tyrel Dodson still on the team.
The details
Walker was originally a backup with the Dolphins, but he replaced linebacker David Long Jr. during the 2024 season after Long was eventually released. Walker was a strong run defender, but his lack of pass coverage skills resulted in him being ranked 78th out of 83 qualified linebackers that season. Following the season, Miami did not re-sign Walker, and he signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He appeared in only 2 games last season before announcing his retirement.
Walker signed a one-year, $1.37 million contract with the Dolphins prior to the 2024 season.In the 2024 season, Walker started 8 games for the Dolphins and appeared in 14 games.After the 2024 season, Miami did not re-sign Walker, and he signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.Walker appeared in only 2 games with the Buccaneers in 2025 before announcing his retirement.
The players
Anthony Walker
A former linebacker who spent one season with the Miami Dolphins in 2024 before signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2025 and announcing his retirement.
Jordyn Brooks
A weakside linebacker for the Miami Dolphins who earned first-team All-Pro honors in the 2025 season.
Tyrel Dodson
An inside linebacker for the Miami Dolphins who started 16 games in the 2025 season and set new career-highs in tackles and sacks.
Willie Gay
A linebacker for the Miami Dolphins who was re-signed by the team after being a training camp standout in the 2025 season.
David Long Jr.
A linebacker for the Miami Dolphins who was eventually released, leading to Anthony Walker replacing him in the starting lineup during the 2024 season.
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What they’re saying
“Congratulations.”
— Miami Dolphins, Official Instagram account
The takeaway
Walker’s retirement is the latest in a string of offseason departures for the Miami Dolphins, who have struggled to maintain a consistent roster and championship-level team in recent years. However, the linebacker position appears to be an area of strength for the team, with standouts like Jordyn Brooks and Tyrel Dodson still on the roster.