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NFL free agency: Miami Dolphins could target these defensive tackles

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12 months ago

March 7, 2025

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NFL free agency: Miami Dolphins could target these defensive tackles

The Miami Dolphins are looking for reasonably priced defensive tackles in free agency.
The Dolphins are up against the salary cap and need to make prudent financial decisions.
Miami Dolphins reporter Hal Habib provides insights into the team’s potential free agency moves.

The Miami Dolphins have one interior defensive lineman under contract whom they know they can bank on.

The good news is that’s Zach Sieler, their reigning MVP.

The other news is there’s every reason to think they’ll be shopping for dependable — but reasonably priced — defensive tackles in free agency next week.

Yes, Dallas Cowboys tackle Osa Odighizuwa might look great lined up next to Sieler. The $21 million per year he’s expected to land? That won’t look good on Miami’s salary scale at all. So stop dreaming.

We all know the Dolphins are up against the salary cap, so with that in mind, here are some realistic options they might consider:

An intriguing possibility.

Ford is 29 and coming off a good season in L.A. In fact, Pro Football Focus rated him No. 5 among 118 defensive tackles. For perspective, Calais Campbell (who could re-sign with Miami) was No. 6 and Sieler No. 10.

He’s one of the more pricey options you’ll see on this list, projected to land $6.6 million annually by Spotrac.

One thing to keep in mind is that with the Chargers parting with edge rusher Joey Bosa, it might strengthen their resolve to retain Ford — not to mention their ability to do so financially.

Just a tad more expensive than Ford at a projected $7.4 million. The problem for Andy Reid is he needs cap relief, so Wharton might be a casualty.

Wharton had a career-high 6.5 sacks, 11 QB hits and seven tackles for loss last season.

And he’s only 26.

Teair Tart, Los Angeles Chargers

If the name sounds familiar, it’s because he was in Dolphins camp last year before getting cut in August. Might he warrant a second look?

Tart, who attended Florida International, also had a good year with the Chargers, including five QB hits and five tackles for loss.

And he’s 28.

The Dolphins have had good luck importing Seahawks defenders, as witnessed by LB Jordyn Brooks and LB Tyrel Dodson.

Seattle GM John Schneider said he’s hoping to re-sign Reed, who likely can be found in the $6 million shopping bin.

Reed had 4.5 sacks in 2024 and was quite active with 45 tackles and 15 QB hits.

Reed began his career as Seattle’s second-round pick in 2016, spent five years with the Seahawks, then made stops in Kansas City and Green Bay before returning to Seattle in 2023.

He’s 32, so he’d likely be a two-year fix for Miami.

Onwuzurike’s role grew in 2024 as the Lions were hit with debilitating injuries on their defensive front, yet he answered the bell.

PFF graded him as the 29th-best interior defender last season (he also plays defensive end). He had 28 tackles and 13 QB hits.

He appears to have put a 2021 injury behind him. Onwuzurike injured his back and underwent spinal fusion surgery, forcing him to miss the 2022 season. There were concerns his career might be over. Whoever signs him must be mindful of that.

He’s 27.

Dolphins reporter Hal Habib can be reached at hhabib@pbpost.com. Follow him on social media @gunnerhal. Click here to subscribe.

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Orlando 2-4 Miami (2 Mar, 2026) Game Analysis – ESPN

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March 2, 2026

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Orlando 2-4 Miami (2 Mar, 2026) Game Analysis – ESPN

ORLANDO, Fla. — Lionel Messi scored twice in a four-goal second half, defender Telasco Segovia added a goal and two assists and defending champion Inter Miami CF rallied to beat Orlando City SC 4-2 on Sunday night, winning for the first time at Inter&Co Stadium.

Messi took a pass from Segovia and scored in the 57th minute to tie it 2-2, and Segovia scored unassisted in the 85th for the lead. Messi put the finishing touch on the victory when he scored off a free kick in the 90th.

“The victory belongs exclusively to the players,” Miami coach Javier Mascherano said after the game. “In the second half, they were a championship team. There were no tactics, nothing like that. There was heart, courage, possession, resilience, commitment. I think the team came out because they were champions last year.

“In the end, the players showed it. This victory is theirs.”

Messi’s first two goals of the season give him 52 in his first 55 regular-season MLS matches — 51 of them in his past 49 appearances. It also brought the reigning MLS MVP to 898 career goals scored, including 672 for Barcelona and 115 for Argentina.

“He’s the best player to ever play this sport. He’s a leader, and as a leader, he inspires others, but he also often needs to be inspired himself,” Mascherano said of Messi. “When he was driving forward, he had more attacking options, and with so many opportunities, he clearly has the ability to create chances like no one else, and that’s what allowed us to turn the game around.”

Marco Pašalić took a pass from Iván Angulo and scored in the 18th minute to give Orlando City a 1-0 lead. Pašalić has scored in four straight matches against Inter Miami.

Inter Miami players celebrate after scoring a goal against Orlando City in MLS.

Defender Griffin Dorsey set up Martín Ojeda for a goal six minutes later for a 2-0 advantage that stood through halftime.

Inter Miami cut it to 2-1 four minutes into the second half on Mateo Silvetti’s first career goal. Defenders Segovia and Facundo Mura had assists as the 20-year-old forward found the net in his fifth career appearance.

Segovia had eight goals and six assists as a rookie last season, while Mura collected his first assist in his first season.

Dayne St. Clair, the reigning goalkeeper of the year, turned away three shots — all in the second half of his second start with Inter Miami, but let in a soft goal for Orlando’s first.

Maxime Crépeau had four saves in his second start for Orlando City.

Teenager Colin Guske, 19, will miss Orlando City’s next match after the rookie picked up two yellow cards in his first start — the second one led to his exit in the 88th minute.

Inter Miami, which had never won in its previous nine trips to Orlando, was coming off a 3-0 road loss to LAFC.

Orlando City swept Inter Miami during the regular season last year and leads the all-time series 8-7-4.

Inter Miami plays D.C. United on Saturday at Audi Field. Orlando City is also on the road with a match against New York City FC.

Information from The Associated Press was used in this recap.

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Rain floods Miami Beach streets, cut short Miami Heat Family Festival

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March 1, 2026

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Published: March 1, 2026 at 6:22 PM

Rain floods Miami Beach streets, cut short Miami Heat Family Festival

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — Much-needed rain fell across South Florida on Sunday, but the downpour quickly led to flooding and traffic headaches.

“The drainage systems aren’t the best but in ten minutes it will be gone,” one person said.

The rain lasted longer than 10 minutes, flooding several spots along Collins Avenue in Miami Beach.

In one neighborhood, at least a foot of water blocked the entrance. Drivers who attempted to pass through sent waves crashing onto nearby sidewalks.

The heavy rain also snarled traffic on parts of Interstate 95 and on the bridges to and from Miami Beach, slowing drivers trying to get around the area.

“It’s Miami for you. What do they call it, a sun shower?” one driver said.

The weather disrupted Sunday plans for many. The 26th annual Miami Heat Family Festival was cut short after strong winds swept through Dan Paul Plaza, knocking over several tents.

There is no word yet on how or when the Miami Heat plan to make up the family festival.

Brett Knese

Brett Knese joined the Local 10 News team as a general assignment reporter in March 2025.

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Miami youth trace Bahamian roots in powerful Black History Month journey

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March 1, 2026

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Miami youth trace Bahamian roots in powerful Black History Month journey

Jack and Jill of America’s Miami chapter closed out Black History Month with an inaugural “Roots Across Waters” trip to Nassau, where families explored ancestral sites, honored the Bahamian labor that helped build early Miami, and donated Afro‑Caribbean children’s books to local students.

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