Dolphins GM: No Rush to Extend Brooks, Brewer Contracts

Veteran linebacker and center entering final years of deals, may wait until after draft

Apr. 16, 2026 at 12:04am

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Miami Dolphins general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan said the team is in no hurry to extend the contracts of veteran linebacker Jordyn Brooks and center Aaron Brewer, who are both entering the final years of their deals. Sullivan indicated the team has had discussions with the players and they understand their importance to the team, but the timing of any potential extensions will 'work itself out' and there's no pressing need to get something done in the next few days before the draft.

Why it matters

The Dolphins could look to the draft to potentially find replacements for Brooks or Brewer, so waiting to extend their contracts gives the team flexibility to address those positions if needed. Both players have been key contributors since joining the team in 2024 after being drafted in 2020.

The details

Brooks, 28, and Brewer, also 28, were born just one week apart in October 1997 and both joined the Dolphins in 2024 after being drafted in 2020. Sullivan said the team has had conversations with the players and they know 'how important they are to this team' as the Dolphins evaluate their roster ahead of the draft.

  • The Dolphins' 2023 season ended in January 2024.
  • Brooks and Brewer joined the Dolphins in 2024 after being drafted in 2020.

The players

Jordyn Brooks

A 28-year-old linebacker who has been a key contributor for the Dolphins since joining the team in 2024.

Aaron Brewer

A 28-year-old center who has been a key contributor for the Dolphins since joining the team in 2024.

Jon-Eric Sullivan

The general manager of the Miami Dolphins.

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What they’re saying

“That'll work itself out. They know where they stand, we've had conversations. They know how important they are to this team and where we are with them. The timing of that, that'll work itself out. There's nothing pressing for us to get something done in the next couple of days.”

— Jon-Eric Sullivan, General Manager

The takeaway

The Dolphins are taking a measured approach with Brooks and Brewer's contract situations, indicating they are willing to wait until after the draft to potentially extend the veteran players' deals. This flexibility allows the team to address any roster needs that may arise during the draft before committing long-term to the two key contributors.