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Miami Dolphins' pass-rushers Bradley Chubb, Chop Robinson, Jaelan Phillips on field together?
MIAMI GARDENS — Miami Dolphins linebacker Bradley Chubb had just come off the practice field with the sweat pouring off him. He was feeling tired – 'dead tired,' to be exact. And he liked it. For the first time in about 1½ years, Chubb had practiced in pads. 'That's, like, what I missed,' Chubb said 'You know what I mean?' It's not just what Chubb missed but what the Dolphins can't afford to miss in 2025. Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has to stay healthy. We all know that. But if there's an equivalent must-have for the defense, it's not just that Chubb remains healthy but that he and fellow edge rushers Jaelan Phillips and Chop Robinson live up to the faith defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver has in them. An untested secondary is depending on it. Bradley Chubb: Chop Robinson is 'lights-out' Last week, Phillips gave Robinson his highest compliment, predicting that the second-year man will grow into being one of the best players in the NFL. Chubb seconded it. 'One hundred percent,' Chubb said. 'He's lights-out, man. His motor, the way he bends the edge, the way he could play the run – I know a lot of people in here say he couldn't play the run, (but he's) nothing short of phenomenal, man, and I'm excited to see him keep growing.' If the initial assumption was that the Dolphins would alternate two of the three to keep them fresh, the possibility (probability?) now is what Weaver first floated in the spring: using all three at the same time. Maybe all three will be rushing the passer, maybe they won't. Maybe one is dropping into coverage, maybe not. If that's a lot of maybes for quarterbacks to sweat out pre-snap, it's fitting that if you put the names Chubb-Phillips-Robinson together, you get CPR. 'Just being able to have the offense thinking,' Chubb said. Could this be the best pass-rushing trio in the league? 'I just feel like as a unit, we're getting there,' Chubb said. Miami Dolphins' James Daniels expects to be fully cleared for practice this week Chubb missed the 2024 season because of an ACL. Phillips has suffered season-ending leg injuries the past two years. And Robinson was a rookie first-rounder last year. Not only have the three never taken a snap that counts together, but Chubb and Phillips haven't even had much time together to work out the kinks. That first padded practice found Chubb isolated in coverage with running back De'Von Achane – a speed mismatch the Dolphins hope is never duplicated in the fall. 'We're kind of just all learning each other's rush styles and how to work together,' Chubb said. ' … And when it's a full, polished thing, man, the sky's the limit.' Miami Dolphins haven't installed everything for the trio The Dolphins are only six days into training camp. The trio isn't even close to being that 'polished thing' Chubb envisions. 'We haven't even put everything that we have in,' Chubb said. 'So just seeing the possibility … ' Work toward that end never seems to cease. It's not just the many snaps the three take in unison. When they're not in live action together, chances are they're grouped on the sidelines honing techniques. 'Playing with Bradley is some of the most fun times of our careers,' Phillips said. 'I feel like when we were on the field, if it's not me, it's him, or both of us. So being on the field with him is great, but then adding Chop to that equation – I truly feel like Chop is going to be one of the best players in the league very soon.' In the three seasons in which Chubb has played 16 games, he has recorded 12, eight and 11 sacks. Phillips has averaged more than seven sacks in three of his NFL seasons. Robinson got hotter as last season went on and was a finalist for defensive rookie of the year. 'It's a race to the quarterback,' Chubb said. 'Nobody wants to be the last one there.' This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Miami Dolphins' trio in 'race to the quarterback,' Bradley Chubb says
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5 days ago
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Miami Dolphins' Jaelan Phillips: Let's not sweat it every time I get a bruise
MIAMI GARDENS — Miami Dolphins linebacker Jaelan Phillips has a message for everybody: Thanks for the concern, but please stop thinking the worst whenever I get nicked up. Phillips took to social media last week after he failed to finish Day 9 of training camp, raising immediate fears about a player whose past two seasons were cut short. 'Yall chill out,' Phillips wrote. 'Just a bruise.' The 11th practice was in the books when Phillips explained why he put out last week's fire so quickly. 'I appreciate the concern from all the supporters and stuff,' he said. 'But yeah, I just had to let everybody know. I had people blowing my phone up saying, 'Everything OK?' Blah, blah, blah. So maybe next time, let's just, hey, dial it down for a second. I feel great.' Phillips is being counted on as part of an edge-rushing trio with Bradley Chubb and Chop Robinson. But Phillips' 2023 season ended with a torn Achilles, followed by an ACL tear last year. So when he suffered what appeared to be a leg injury last week, causing him to leave the practice field with a trainer, there was a concern that Phillips said is understandable. More: Miami Dolphins' pass-rushers Bradley Chubb, Chop Robinson, Jaelan Phillips on field together? 'Obviously, I know why the real fans are concerned,' he said. 'But you've got to understand there's a whole group of people just trying to build this narrative that I'm injury prone and stuff like that. So I'm just telling them to calm down, telling them to chill out.' Referring to reporters who cover the team regularly, Phillips added, 'Y'all are good. I mess with y'all, so I know y'all are just worried about me, concerned for me.' There are concerns about the Dolphins' pass rush in general, but those worries would be from quarterbacks having to deal with it. Miami's pass rush is expected to be a team strength. Jaelan Phillips on Chop Robinson: should become one of NFL's best Phillips is especially high on Robinson, who last year was a finalist for defensive rookie of the year. Phillips has gone so far as to predict Robinson should become one of the best players in the league. 'I'll just say the consistency of which he's winning and being dominant,' Phillips said. 'I've always seen flashes from him in the past, but I just feel like it's almost every single play. He's making plays more often than he's not.' With all the attention on the big three, Phillips sought to shine a spotlight on backup edge rushers, calling Quinton Bell 'an absolute dog,' and Derrick McLendon 'a savage.' But Phillips saved perhaps his most unexpected take for Grayson Murphy, a second-year man from UCLA. Murphy, 24, went undrafted and spent the 2024 season on injured reserve. 'Probably the best pure pass rusher on the team,' Phillips said of Murphy. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Jaelan Phillips assures Dolphins fans he's not injury prone
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25-07-2025
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Miami Dolphins Top 10 players countdown: Edge Bradley Chubb is No. 6
Editor's Note: This is part of a Countdown to Training Camp: Dolphins 2025 series. We'll unveil two players in the Dolphins' top 10 in each of the coming weeks. MIAMI GARDENS — After missing all of last season following knee surgery, Bradley Chubb was asked his level of excitement to return to the field for the Miami Dolphins in 2025. "Ten out of 10," Chubb said with a smile during organized team activities. Chubb has 13.5 sacks in 24 games as a Dolphin. When healthy, he gets to the quarterback and creates turnovers. There's a reason why the Dolphins yielded a first-round pick to the Broncos for the two-time Pro Bowler in 2022. "He loves the game," outside linebackers coach Ryan Crow said. "He wants to be involved and he's been cooking these last couple weeks. He's getting himself ready and certainly he's eager to rock and roll." Why Bradley Chubb is sixth-best Miami Dolphins player Chubb has power and speed and also holds up against the run. Chubb, 28, is a complete outside linebacker. He's just had injury woes. "I'm a warrior, man," Chubb said of what he's learned about himself. "Not even in the sense of football, just in the sense of life. When things came and knocked me down and I had setbacks, in the moment it's like, 'Oh man,' but when you take a step back and really see it for what it is and see what God is trying to tell you in that moment, that helped me out a lot throughout this process." Chubb will be a key team leader on defense this season. Chubb is well-liked by his teammates and delivers consistent effort. The combination of Chubb, Jaelan Phillips and Chop Robinson gives Miami a chance to offset an inexperienced and depleted secondary. Telling stat In 2023, his last healthy season, Chubb led the NFL with six forced fumbles. He has forced 13 fumbles in his career. How we see Bradley Chubb's Dolphins future Chubb took a pay cut this offseason to avoid release. He wants to be in Miami. And certainly Chubb wants to show Miami and the NFL he can stay healthy in 2025. In an ideal world, Chubb bounces back and stays on board for 2026, with the team revisiting his future before the 2027 season, his final under contract with the club. Joe Schad: Miami Dolphins seek 'new identity' for 2025, but what is it? Bobby Slowik: Miami Dolphins' new assistant may speed Mike McDaniel's play-calling Bradley Chubb: Miami Dolphins star feels at least 90 percent in return Joe Schad is a journalist covering the Miami Dolphins and the NFL at The Palm Beach Post. You can reach him at jschad@ and follow him on Instagram and on X @schadjoe. Sign up for Joe's free weekly Dolphins Pulse Newsletter. Help support our work by subscribing today. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Miami Dolphins edge Bradley Chubb healthy and dangerous
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30-06-2025
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Dolphins' Bradley Chubb Could Be Released After 2025
Dolphins' Bradley Chubb Could Be Released After 2025 originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Miami Dolphins could be moving on from linebacker Bradley Chubb after the upcoming season to save money. Chubb is currently on a three-year contract worth up to $54 million, but is only set to make $20 million guaranteed in 2025. This came after already restructuring a pay cut from his previous deal. Advertisement According to A-to-Z Sports' Kyle Crabbs, Chubb may not be worth the money, which could lead to his release. "Chubb's talent is undeniable but he's a player who is set to turn 30 years old" Crabbs said. "There's a world in which Chubb earns that money — it must see him return to his 2023 form and stay healthy all season to become reality, though." Crabbs also noted that Chubb has no guaranteed money left on his contract after this season, which would make it relatively easy for the team to move on. Miami Dolphins linebacker Bradley Chubb, top, and defensive tackle Christian Wilkins, bottom, hit New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) causing a fumble during the first half of an NFL game at Hard Rock StadiumJim Rassol / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images After being traded midseason from Denver in 2022, Chubb has played just 24 total games with Miami, racking up 13.5 sacks and 86 tackles. He missed all of last season after tearing multiple ligaments in his knee. Advertisement It is also important to mention that the Dolphins essentially drafted Chubb's replacement in Penn State's Chop Robinson in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. Robinson had six sacks last year and was healthy for all 17 games. Robinson and Jaelan Phillips, who have also battled injuries with Miami, could serve as cheaper edge rushers after 2025. If Chubb has a decent to monster season this year and stays relatively healthy, it will make it a lot harder for the Dolphins to part ways. This will be a critical year for Chubb to determine his future with the team and in the NFL. Related: Dolphins' Tyreek Hill Speaks Out on New Contract This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 27, 2025, where it first appeared.
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30-06-2025
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Dolphins Ecstatic to Have Trio of Pass Rushers Healthy
Dolphins Ecstatic to Have Trio of Pass Rushers Healthy originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Miami Dolphins have three dynamic pass rushers, who are all expected to be healthy heading into the 2025 season. Advertisement According to Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN, this is the first time that Bradley Chubb, Jaelan Phillips, and 2024 first-round pick Chop Robinson have all practiced together. "I feel myself smiling," Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said. "I think having you know both Bradley and Jaelan back is something... it's a different presence that I think has been understated and has been gigantic." Chubb missed all of last season recovering from multiple torn ligaments in his knee, while Phillips missed much of 2024 with a partially torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The trio of defenders have all flashed their pass rushing abilities, with Chubb as the most established player in the group and Robinson taking the role of the rising star. Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Zach Sieler (92), linebacker Bradley Chubb (2) and linebacker Jaelan Phillips (15) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Hartline-Imagn Images Chubb says he is excited about the chance to work in rotation with Robinson and Phillips. Advertisement "Sitting down with Chop, seeing when he started to turn it on, I [was] just smiling from ear to ear because I know the potential we had," Chubb said. "I know when 'JP' got back, once I got back, it was going to be a lot of thinking for the offensive side to do." Robinson racked up six sacks last season, but Legwold says he was one of the best pass rushers in the NFL in the final 11 weeks of the season, with the third-highest quarterback pressure rate in the league during that span. Phillips had 6.5 sacks in eight games before going down with a torn Achilles in 2023, and Chubb had 11 sacks before getting hurt in Week 17 of the same season. The potential is clearly there, it will just be a matter of health for a group of edge rushers that could surprise some people as one of the best in the NFL. Related: Dolphins' $54 Million Pro Bowler Could Be Released After 2025 This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 27, 2025, where it first appeared.
