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MIAMI GARDENS - We know Miami Dolphins starters will appear in Saturday night's preseason finale. However, 50 to 55 minutes of the 60 played in the 7 p.m. exhibition kickoff against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Hard Rock Stadium still will be about fringe roster players. They are making their final impression before the 4 p.m. Tuesday deadline for NFL rosters to be cut down from 90 to the initial 53-man regular season active roster.

The Commanders have decided that Robinson doesn't have a future in Washington. He was once projected as a starting option, but has now fallen out of favor for whatever reason. Those in power don't think he can offer what they require, and general manager Adam Peters is looking to extract something in return for a player who's out of contract next spring.

MIAMI GARDENS - I put Miami Dolphins offensive coordinator Frank Smith on the spot Tuesday, and probably shouldn't have. I wanted an update on the backup quarterback situation between veteran Zach Wilson and rookie Quinn Ewers. As a veteran reporter, I know the backup quarterback issue is a question for the coach, Mike McDaniel. But McDaniel isn't scheduled to speak until Thursday, prior to the joint practice against Jacksonville, and then not again until after Saturday night's preseason finale against the Jaguars. No coaches were scheduled to speak Wednesday. So I sought an answer Tuesday, when Smith spoke.

Jake Bailey retained his punting job with the Miami Dolphins after a competition against Ryan Stonehouse, showcasing a strong performance in preseason games.

Mike McDaniel believes that identity and culture must be created through diligent work rather than mere talk, which led to the decision to practice and play against the tough Detroit Lions.

Melifonwu broke up a potential touchdown pass from Jared Goff to Jameson Williams during a two-minute drill, showcasing a moment of redemption at practice.

Robinson's quick return to practice following a rib injury demonstrates the Dolphins' commitment to managing player health responsibly while ensuring crucial defensive roles are filled.

"Wasn't no disagreement. That's my dog right here, man. Brothers fight all the time. That's all that was, man - brotherly love, man."

Wide receiver Tyreek Hill was out on the practice field but without pads. Coach Mike McDaniel said he would try to practice through his oblique injury, revealed ahead of the Friday joint session, but Hill did not do anything against the Bears.

Tyreek Hill is dealing with an oblique injury that worsened due to taking every rep available during practice. Coach Mike McDaniel noted Hill's determination to practice despite the injury.

The Dolphins produced a helium-filled 11-6 record against a squishy schedule in 2023, losing to bona fide contenders in their final two games by a combined score of 77-33 before getting laughed out of Arrowhead Stadium in the playoffs.

"I'm bigger on Detroit-style pizza," Borom said. "The Chicago style with the fork and knife, you can keep that. ... You can't even pick it up."

Kader Kohou, who started 38 NFL games over the past three seasons, was recognized as the top performer during practice after deflecting a pass to Tyreek Hill.

“[We're] swimming with Dolphins today,” said Season 7 cast member Zac Woodworth on Instagram, sharing a video of contestants driving to Hard Rock Stadium.

"Me as a rookie coming in here, we're trying to build something - a culture here, a family oriented environment, and the closer we are, the more connected we are, the better we play."