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MIAMI GARDENS ― MIAMI GARDENS ― Editor's note: This is Part 4 of 10 in Joe Schad'sMiami Dolphins summer series Q&A
MIAMI GARDENS ― The Miami Dolphins have not won a playoff game since December of 2000.
But in September they'll begin a new era.
General manager Jon-Eric Sullivan, coach Jeff Hafley and quarterback Malik Willis all come to South Florida from Green Bay.
Miami hopes to build around running back De'Von Achane, center Aaron Brewer, linebacker Jordyn Brooks and a handful of youngsters like Kadyn Proctor, Kenneth Grant, Chris Johnson, Patrick Paul and Jacob Rodriguez.
For now, there are far more questions than answers. But our Joe Schad hopes to set the table for the rebuild with 10 questions that will define the 2026 Dolphins season.
Part 4 of 10: Miami Dolphins' 2026 Q&A with Joe Schad
The Question: Who are the 3 most underrated Miami Dolphins?
The Answer: Center Aaron Brewer, tight end Greg Dulcich and cornerback JuJu Brents. If there were a fourth player we would add linebacker Jordyn Brooks, even though he was named first-team AP All-Pro after the 2025 season.
Brewer was a second-team AP All-Pro. But nationally, Brewer is largely an unknown, even though he is arguably the best center in the NFL. What separates Brewer is his athleticism. Not the biggest player, Brewer is quick-footed, merciless and reliable in both the pass and run games.
Brewer was a Pro Bowl snub last season. He has a unique skill set for a center. And he's a great teammate and a great leader.
The Dolphins gave Dulcich $3.25 million for 2026, more than any free agent not named Malik Willis. They believe he can be a solid NFL starting tight end capable of blocking and more-than-capable of making big plays in the passing game.
General manager Jon-Eric Sullivan unsolicitedly brought up Dulcich in an interview with ESPN this offseason. This tells us Sullivan believes the re-signing of Dulcich has been overlooked.
Brents' 110 defensive snaps for Miami last season were impressive. Brents allowed only four receptions and seven targets, according to Pro Football Focus.
Yes, it's a very small sample size. But Brents has the size, athleticism and ball skills to make it ― if he can stay healthy. Brents was the 44th overall pick of the 2023 NFL Draft by the Colts for a reason.
Miami Dolphins Q&A: How many Dolphins wins is realistic in 2026?
Miami Dolphins Q&A, Part 2: What does a 'successful' season look like for Malik Willis?
Miami Dolphins Q&A, Part 3: Which Dolphins position group is most concerning?
Joe Schad is a journalist covering the Miami Dolphins and the NFL at The Palm Beach Post. You can reach him at [email protected] 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: 10 Questions That Will Define the Dolphins’ Season: Summer Q&A Series
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MIAMI GARDENS ― The Miami Dolphins have not won a playoff game since December of 2000.
But in September they'll begin a new era.
General manager Jon-Eric Sullivan, coach Jeff Hafley and quarterback Malik Willis all come to South Florida from Green Bay.
Miami hopes to build around running back De'Von Achane, center Aaron Brewer, linebacker Jordyn Brooks and a handful of youngsters like Kadyn Proctor, Kenneth Grant, Chris Johnson, Patrick Paul and Jacob Rodriguez.
For now, there are far more questions than answers. But our Joe Schad hopes to set the table for the rebuild with 10 questions that will define the 2026 Dolphins season.
Part 4 of 10: Miami Dolphins' 2026 Q&A with Joe Schad
The Question: Who are the 3 most underrated Miami Dolphins?
The Answer: Center Aaron Brewer, tight end Greg Dulcich and cornerback JuJu Brents. If there were a fourth player we would add linebacker Jordyn Brooks, even though he was named first-team AP All-Pro after the 2025 season.
Brewer was a second-team AP All-Pro. But nationally, Brewer is largely an unknown, even though he is arguably the best center in the NFL. What separates Brewer is his athleticism. Not the biggest player, Brewer is quick-footed, merciless and reliable in both the pass and run games.
Brewer was a Pro Bowl snub last season. He has a unique skill set for a center. And he's a great teammate and a great leader.
The Dolphins gave Dulcich $3.25 million for 2026, more than any free agent not named Malik Willis. They believe he can be a solid NFL starting tight end capable of blocking and more-than-capable of making big plays in the passing game.
General manager Jon-Eric Sullivan unsolicitedly brought up Dulcich in an interview with ESPN this offseason. This tells us Sullivan believes the re-signing of Dulcich has been overlooked.
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Brents' 110 defensive snaps for Miami last season were impressive. Brents allowed only four receptions and seven targets, according to Pro Football Focus.
Yes, it's a very small sample size. But Brents has the size, athleticism and ball skills to make it ― if he can stay healthy. Brents was the 44th overall pick of the 2023 NFL Draft by the Colts for a reason.
Miami Dolphins Q&A: How many Dolphins wins is realistic in 2026?
Miami Dolphins Q&A, Part 2: What does a 'successful' season look like for Malik Willis?
Miami Dolphins Q&A, Part 3: Which Dolphins position group is most concerning?
Joe Schad is a journalist covering the Miami Dolphins and the NFL at The Palm Beach Post. You can reach him at [email protected] 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: 10 Questions That Will Define the Dolphins’ Season: Summer Q&A Series
Continue reading...
