Miami Dolphins Hidden Gems: 3 underrated players on the 2026 roster

The 2026 Miami Dolphins roster outlook is framed as a rebuild with significant roster turnover, including a large “dead cap bounce” of nearly $180 million and the contract exits of players such as Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill, Jalen Ramsey, Jaylen Waddle, Minkah Fitzpatrick, Bradley Chubb and Terron Armstead. Within that context, the article highlights “hidden gems” who could outperform expectations: offensive tackle Patrick Paul, and two others listed as Jalen Tolbert and Kyle Louis. It says the major offseason addition was a three-year, $67.5 million deal with $45 million guaranteed for quarterback Malik Willis. The piece notes that with no left-handed starting quarterback on the roster, Paul’s role shifts, and details that he was drafted in the second round (55th overall) in 2024.