​The Miami Dolphins will introduce new starters at their cornerback spots this season since both Jack Jones and Rasul Douglas are no longer with the team. With the first-round draft pick Chris Johnson likely to play a major role, he should secure one of the starting cornerback positions. The other starting spot remains up for grabs among the remaining group, and Jason Marshall stands as a strong contender. Marshall flashed promise during his rookie year, and head coach Jeff Hafley has already indicated he envisions Marshall lining up on the outside. As a second-year corner, Marshall should get ample opportunities to prove himself throughout the preseason.
You can read more about this story here, along with the rest of today’s roundup. For context, the “Most Important Dolphins” series continues with No. 18, examining exactly what the Marshall Plan could mean for the team. The feature delves into every player on the roster and projects their roles for the 2026 season, including a look at why the offensive line may be undervalued this year and how the Dolphins’ continued investments there could start paying off in 2026.
Other items in the coverage include a focus on one of the Dolphins’ most important units staying productive during the summer, even as players take their break. The schedule and preseason details are breaking down as well, with fans getting their first look at the new-look Dolphins on Sunday, August 2. Additional updates feature a Q&A about 2026 questions that could define the team, plus discussions on whether Caleb Douglas might earn a starting spot and how the broader group could shape the season.
The latest posts also cover the depth chart update, pondering whether Mark Gronowski could claim the QB3 role after signing as an undrafted free agent and whether the Dolphins’ starting left tackle is poised for a breakout. Other pieces highlight Major Burns’ transition from the UFL to a key secondary role, fan reactions to Malik Willis’ development, and Ollie Gordon’s ongoing impact as a short-yardage option. There’s also discussion among Dolphins fans about which wide receiver could emerge as Malik’s top target, all contributing to a broad look at the team ahead of the 2026 campaign.