The two position groups on the Miami Dolphins roster heading into 2024 that didn’t see an upgrade were both on the defensive and offensive lines. That’s what happens to you when you lose a Pro Bowl center and a $20 million player on both sides of the ball.
Even though the Dolphins upgraded players at skill positions throughout the roster and selected players early on in both the draft and free agency, that isn’t enough to qualify as an upgrade in 2024. It will take them some time to settle into the league and become accustomed to NFL speed.
I don’t think Patrick Paul or Chop Robinson will significantly improve the Dolphins over players they lost in terms of value. A Christian Wilkins or a Robert Hunt in the following year’s draft cannot be replaced. Most of the time, that will require several years of development. Although Calais Campbell’s addition strengthens the defensive line, the offensive line struggled in the latter part of 2023 and wasn’t given enough attention by 2024.
Will the offensive line pose a threat in the closing minutes, or do the Dolphins have another plan in place to cover the huge void at right guard? It is yet to be determined.
Our pals at Sharp Football Analysis tell us where the Dolphins offensive line now ranks in relation to the rest of the league.