Miami Dolphins new defensive coordinator Vic Fangio has returned to coaching after a year off. He's eager to turn Miami's defensive potential into production in order to return the Dolphins to the playoff hunt.

Nick Shook is recognizing one unsung hero from each team, with the selections ranging from surprise difference-makers to players who don't get the attention they deserve. D.J. Reed, Jerick McKinnon and Alex Highsmith are among the AFC players who get their due.

Now that the Pro Bowl Games rosters have been revealed, which players who were left out deserved the nod? Eric Edholm identifies 15 snubs.

With better weapons on the field and first-year head coach Mike McDaniel on the sideline, will Tua Tagovailoa prove he is Miami's quarterback of the future? Adam Rank checks in on the state of the Dolphins heading into the 2022 NFL season.

Miami Dolphins pass rusher Emmanuel Ogbah is confident thanks to the team's hot end to last season and the returning players on the roster. He believes that combination could lead to a "scary" defense in 2022.

Miami has made the playoffs just twice since divisional realignment in 2002, but Adam Schein predicts the Dolphins will hit the postseason as the NFL's Cinderella team in 2022.

With the 2021 NFL regular season in the books, Daniel Jeremiah provides a final ranking of the top 25 rookies. Who claims the No. 1 spot: Cowboys LB Micah Parsons or Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase?

Gil Brandt assembles a roster of the best defensive rookies of the 2021 NFL season. Who else joins Dallas Cowboys star Micah Parsons?

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks says Michigan edge Aidan Hutchinson is emerging as a potential No. 1 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. Plus, the Dolphins' youth movement, the Bills' daunting challenge and a seismic college coaching hire for the scouting community.

What kind of production should Cowboys fans expect from Micah Parsons in 2021? Which first-year player is most likely to post double-digit sacks? Daniel Jeremiah reveals his projections for eight notable defensive rookies.

Lance Zierlein ranks his top 10 candidates for Defensive Rookie of the Year. Will Cowboys LB Micah Parsons grab the spotlight at the head of a stacked class of first-year pros?

Miami won 10 games in 2020, but missed the playoffs. Are the Tua Tagovailoa-led Dolphins ready to get over the hump in 2021? Adam Rank explores the state of the franchise.

Will the Bills solve an O-line spot in front of Josh Allen? Can Cam Newton hold off Mac Jones for the Pats' QB job? Jeremy Bergman sets the stage for each AFC East team heading into training camp.

Four teams had two selections in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft. The Dolphins are the only one to already have both players under contract. Miami on Wednesday signed linebacker Jaelan Phillips, who was selected No. 18 overall.

In the dog days of the NFL offseason, optimism reigns. Contending teams are bullish on 2021, rebuilding teams are keen on the new direction and individuals become the subjects of flowery profiles. Who can you TRULY believe in? Adam Schein identifies nine bandwagons to hop on.

Are the Bills loaded enough on offense to knock off the Chiefs? Is Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa poised for a breakout campaign? What's the current makeup of the Patriots and Jets? Gregg Rosenthal projects the starters for every AFC East team.

The 2021 NFL Draft is in the books. Stay up to date with which first-round draftees have agreed to deals with their respective teams with our tracker.

Walter Payton Man of the Year candidates give back to the youth.

Watch the 10 best highlight plays made by the Miami Dolphins in the 2022 NFL season.

Miami Dolphins linebacker Jaelan Phillips greets Buffalo Bills running back James Cook upon RB's receipt of handoff for 5-yard TFL.

Miami Dolphins linebacker Jaelan Phillips cannot be contained for TFL on New York Jets running back Bam Knight.

Miami Dolphins defensive end Christian Wilkins sacks New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones.

Miami Dolphins linebacker Jaelan Phillips closes in on Josh Allen for pivotal strip-sack turnover as defensive end Christian Wilkins scoops up the loose ball.

Miami Dolphins linebacker Jaelan Phillips wakes up with "GMFB" and discusses his Walter Payton Man of the Year nomination, experience playing for head coach Mike McDaniel.

Miami Dolphins defensive end Jaelan Phillips is an indomitable force on a powerful tackle for a loss against Chargers running back Austin Ekeler.

Miami Dolphins defensive end Jaelan Phillips' would-be sack on Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is called for roughing-the-passer penalty via body weight.

Miami Dolphins defensive end Jaelan Phillips envelops Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert for a red-zone sack before halftime.

The Miami Dolphins present outside linebacker Jaelan Phillips as the team's 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.

Miami Dolphins linebacker Jerome Baker sacks San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo.

"GMFB" crew make their pick of the most impressive plays from Week 9 on You Gotta Rewind That!

Miami Dolphins linebacker Jaelan Phillips blocks a punt by Trenton Gill and linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel scoops it up for a 25-yard touchdown against the Chicago Bears.

Miami Dolphins linebackers Elandon Roberts, Jaelen Phillips sandwich Kirk Cousins on third-down sack.

NFL Network's Willie McGinest's five defensive players to watch in Week 2 of the 2022 NFL regular season.

See what changes the Miami Dolphins made to their roster this past off-season along with predictions on their best and worst case scenarios.

NFL Network's Cam Wolfe: Two young Miami Dolphins who could become Pro Bowlers in 2022.

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones can't handle the snap and the Miami Dolphins recover the loose ball.

NFL Network's Peter Schrager's Top 5 rookie performances of Week 13.

Miami Dolphins rookie linebacker Jaelan Phillips' best plays vs. Giants in Week 13 of the 2021 season.

Miami Dolphins linebacker Jaelan Phillips swallows up Mike Glennon for back-to-back sacks.

Miami Dolphins linebacker Jaelan Phillips closes in on Mike Glennon for huge sack.

NFL Network's Peter Schrager's Top 5 rookie performances of Week 12.

See the highest-graded players according to Pro Football Focus from Week 12 of the NFL season.