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Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox argued the Miami Dolphins will regret releasing veteran edge rusher Bradley Chubb.
The Miami Dolphins needed a culture change this offseason. They are getting that with a fresh start under new first-year head coach Jeff Hafley. But that also means the organization is moving on from productive veterans such as Tyreek Hill and Bradley Chubb.
Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox wasn’t in favor of all the Miami’s veteran cuts. This week, he argued the Dolphins will regret releasing Chubb.
“Moving on from pass-rusher Bradley Chubb made far less sense than cutting wideout Tyreek Hill, who is recovering from a torn ACL. Chubb will turn 30 in June, but he was productive in 2025, his first season back from his own ACL tear,” wrote Knox.
“Chubb started all 17 games this past season and finished with 43 tackles, 8.5 sacks, eight tackles for loss, and 20 quarterback hits.
“While Miami does have a promising young pass-rusher in Chop Robinson, it also traded away Jaelan Phillips at last year’s trade deadline. New head coach Jeff Hafley may now struggle to generate a quality pass rush in his first season.
“To make matters worse, Chubb quickly signed with the rival Buffalo Bills.”
In two full seasons on the field for the Dolphins, Chubb was a star. In 2023, he posted 11 sacks with 11 tackles for loss and 22 quarterback hits. Chubb also led the league with six forced fumbles during 2023.
Last season, Chubb had 8.5 sacks, eight tackles for loss, 20 quarterback hits and two forced fumbles.
The Dolphins saved about $20.3 million against the 2026 salary cap with Chubb’s release.
Shortly after his cut, the Buffalo Bills signed Chubb to a 3-year deal worth up to $52.5 million.
Dave Holcomb is a sports reporter covering the NFL and MLB for Heavy.com, with a focus on the Pittsburgh Steelers, Philadelphia Eagles and Detroit Lions. Originally from Pittsburgh, Holcomb has covered college and professional sports for outlets including FanSided, Rotowire and Yardbarker. More about Dave Holcomb
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