NFL coach compares Dolphins' Jordyn Brooks to a 5x All-Pro LB in his prime

A Miami Dolphins comparison of Jordyn Brooks to a five-time All-Pro linebacker in his prime has drawn attention as the team retains key players. With Miami reshaping much of its roster during the offseason, Brooks remains one of three principal holdovers alongside Aaron Brewer and De’Von Achane. In ESPN’s top-10 positional rankings, Brewer and Achane earned spots within the poll of scouts, coaches and executives, and ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported Brooks ranked No. 7 overall among off-ball linebackers. The article says an NFL coordinator likened Brooks’ skill set to De’Mario Davis when Davis was younger, citing strength, speed, physical play, and ability in space. It also highlights Brooks’ 2025 production: 183 tackles (leading the NFL), 99 solo tackles, 3.5 sacks, four quarterback hits, 13 tackles for loss, one forced fumble, and three passes defended. Brooks earned a first-team All-Pro nod for that season.