Dolphins Waive 2023 Second‑Round CB Cam Smith

The Miami Dolphins waived cornerback Cam Smith from the reserve/non-football illness list Tuesday, subjecting him to the current waiver period. Smith, a 2023 second‑round pick (No. 51 overall), appeared in 21 games over two seasons but never started, totaling 153 defensive snaps and about 265 special‑teams snaps with 18 career tackles and no interceptions or passes defensed. He missed significant time with repeated soft‑tissue injuries—particularly hamstring problems—and coaches said his availability and lack of progress limited his development despite opportunities after Miami moved on from veterans. Smith fell behind Kendall Sheffield and Storm Duck on the depth chart after missing much of training camp and being placed on the NFI list before the season for undisclosed reasons. The move, coming after Miami’s 27–21 win over the Jets, clears a roster spot as the Dolphins continue to address cornerback depth and gives Smith a chance for a fresh start elsewhere.