Why Hafley Is Sold on Savaiinaea

Jeff Hafley’s early update on Miami Dolphins rookie Jonah Savaiinaea is turning upbeat, with the 2025 second-round pick moving back to right guard in training camp. After a tough first NFL season—highlighted by a Pro Football Focus grade of 28.4, the lowest single-season mark for a starting guard—Hafley said the left-guard experiment is being corrected. Hafley praised Savaiinaea’s handling of the first three days, noting his confidence is “at an all-time high” and that he has learned from last year. He played all 17 games in 2025 with 982 snaps and committed five penalties. A stronger right-side showing could stabilize Miami’s line.