NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports that the Dolphins are releasing edge Bradley Chubb. It’s actually not a surprising move after a 2025 contract restructure left Chubb with a large 2026 cap hit. He has been with Miami since a 2022 trade from Denver. Chubb missed 2024 with an ACL tear but returned to play every game this past season. He’ll turn 30 in June.<\/p>\n
What They’re Saying<\/p>\n
NFL\u00a0Network’s Ian Rapoport:\u00a0“After his restructure last year, Bradley Chubb had a cap number of more than $31M for 2026. Release was always the plan<\/a>.”<\/p>\n Jordan Schultz:\u00a0“Chubb had 8.5 sacks this past season and was a top trade candidate before the deadline, with three teams actively trying to trade for him before Miami opted to keep him. Now he’s a free agent and should have heavy interest<\/a>.”<\/p>\n 2026 Fantasy Football Impact<\/p>\n Chubb saw his Pro Football Focus grades tumble in both pass rush and run defense last season vs. 2023. He tied for a decent 28th among all edges, though, in total pressures, while ranking 30th in total pass-rush chances.<\/p>\n Chubb’s beyond his peak but remains an effective player at a high-value position. We’ll see about his landing spot, salary, and any hints at his planned usage.<\/p>\n But expect Chubb to remain IDP-relevant for at least one more year.<\/p>\n Other Winners & Losers<\/p>\n The Dolphins now head into the offseason badly in need of some edge help. The Chubb released follows their midseason trade of Edge Jaelan Phillips to Philadelphia.<\/p>\n That leaves Chop Robinson as the only pass-rush threat, and he’s coming off a modest first two seasons. The 2024 first-round pick actually declined in performance in his second year, managing just 19 total pressures across 15 games while seeing his playing time dip below 50%.<\/p>\n