Dolphins Sign Veteran Cornerback Kendall Sheffield Amid Defensive Shortage

The Miami Dolphins continue to address their critical shortage of veteran starting cornerbacks after releasing Kendall Fuller and planning to trade Jalen Ramsey. They recently signed Kendall Sheffield, a 28-year-old veteran with limited recent starting experience, following his tryout at the team's rookie minicamp. Sheffield's signing is seen as a depth move rather than a solution, as the Dolphins' cornerback group mainly consists of unproven players like Kader Kohou, Cam Smith, Storm Duck, and rookies including Jason Marshall Jr. Miami also explored other veteran options such as Rasul Douglas, whose contract negotiations with the Dolphins fell through, and are monitoring players like James Bradberry and Asante Samuel Jr. The team’s approach has drawn criticism for a perceived lack of urgency and reliance on under-the-radar candidates in a position of clear need. Overall, the Dolphins are still searching for established starters to stabilize their cornerback corps ahead of the upcoming season.