Dolphins Replace Injured Burns with Veteran CB Armstrong Amid Cornerback Depth Concerns

The Miami Dolphins are addressing their cornerback depth issues following Artie Burns' confirmed season-ending ACL injury by re-signing veteran Cornell Armstrong, a 2018 sixth-round pick who has played for multiple NFL teams but has not appeared in a regular-season game since 2022. Armstrong, who played 39 NFL games with four starts, is seen as a low-cost option to replace Burns, as the Dolphins face salary cap constraints and declined to sign more expensive cornerbacks like Rasul Douglas. Burns, who was expected to provide situational depth rather than a full-time starting role, suffered a non-contact ACL tear during practice, prompting the Dolphins to make this move for defensive backfield support. The team’s cornerback roster lacks clear starters after trading Jalen Ramsey and releasing Kendall Fuller, with Kader Kohou likely to step into a starting role alongside Armstrong's return. Additionally, the Dolphins' offensive line situation is evolving as Liam Eichenberg begins training camp on the physically unable to perform list, leading to the signing of versatile offensive lineman Daniel Brunskill, who could take over Eichenberg's role if he cannot return promptly. These roster adjustments reflect the Dolphins' efforts to manage injuries and depth challenges amid financial limitations heading into the 2025 season.