Dolphins Criticized for Releasing Pro Bowler Chubb

Bleacher Report argues Miami will regret cutting veteran pass rusher Bradley Chubb, who quickly signed with rival Bills.

Mar. 14, 2026 at 1:33pm

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The Miami Dolphins released veteran edge rusher Bradley Chubb this offseason as part of a culture change under new head coach Jeff Hafley. However, Bleacher Report's Kristopher Knox argued the Dolphins will regret the move, as Chubb was productive in 2025 and the team now lacks pass rushing talent. Chubb quickly signed with the rival Buffalo Bills after his release.

Why it matters

Chubb was a key part of the Dolphins' defense the past two seasons, making the Pro Bowl in 2023 and leading the league in forced fumbles. His release creates a pass rushing void that new coach Hafley may struggle to fill in his first year.

The details

In two full seasons with the Dolphins, Chubb recorded 11 sacks, 11 tackles for loss, and 22 quarterback hits in 2023, leading the league with six forced fumbles. In 2025, he had 8.5 sacks, eight tackles for loss, and 20 quarterback hits. The Dolphins saved around $20.3 million against the 2026 salary cap by releasing Chubb, who then quickly signed a 3-year, $52.5 million deal with the Buffalo Bills.

  • Chubb was released by the Dolphins in March 2026.
  • Chubb signed with the Buffalo Bills shortly after his release.

The players

Bradley Chubb

A veteran edge rusher who made the Pro Bowl in 2023 and was a productive player for the Dolphins the past two seasons before being released.

Jeff Hafley

The new first-year head coach of the Miami Dolphins, who is overseeing a culture change that included the release of veteran players like Chubb.

Kristopher Knox

A writer for Bleacher Report who argued the Dolphins will regret releasing Chubb.

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What they’re saying

“Moving on from pass-rusher Bradley Chubb made far less sense than cutting wideout Tyreek Hill, who is recovering from a torn ACL. Chubb will turn 30 in June, but he was productive in 2025, his first season back from his own ACL tear.”

— Kristopher Knox, Bleacher Report Writer

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