Dolphins sign UFL S Major Burns

The Dolphins beefed up their secondary by signing safety Major Burns, a 24-year-old who starred in the UFL for the Houston Gamblers in 2026. Burns led the league with four interceptions and added 45 total tackles along with eight passes defensed, underscoring his ball skills and coverage ability. The Bears previously brought Burns to the NFL as an undrafted free agent last offseason, but he did not crack the 53-man roster. He joined the Gamblers in March 2026, generating enough momentum in the spring to earn an NFL return with Miami.

Miami announced additional roster moves alongside the Burns signing, waiving offensive lineman Kion Smith and placing offensive tackle Carter Warren on the waiver/injury list. The transactions come as the Dolphins recalibrate their depth chart ahead of training camp, with Burns expected to compete for a role in the safety mix alongside emerging young players. The club did not disclose further terms of Burns' contract or the size of the deal, but the move signals an emphasis on young, versatile defensive options looking to convert UFL success to the NFL stage.