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The Miami Dolphins have dramatically reshaped their roster, embracing a youth movement and aggressively seeking talent through a league-leading seven waiver claims. This flurry of activity follows initial 53-man roster cuts and signals a clear long-term vision from General Manager Jon-Eric Sullivan. Sullivan acknowledged the performance-driven nature of the NFL in explaining the trade of quarterback Quinn Ewers to the Jaguars for a 2028 sixth-round pick. Ewers, acquired just prior to this, did not meet the performance bar. The team also added familiar faces to the practice squad, signing Ethan Bonner and Max Llewellyn. The Dolphins rounded out their practice squad with eight additional players: linebacker Liam Anderson, defensive ends Clelin Ferrell and Amari Gainer, defensive tackles Jordan Miller and Mazi Smith, wide receiver Will Sheppard, cornerback Jaylin Simpson, and tight end Tre Watson. Quarterback Mark Gronowski was released to accommodate these moves. Among the notable practice squad additions is Mazi Smith, a former first-round pick by the Dallas Cowboys. Clelin Ferrell, a former first-round selection himself, returns to Miami after being released Monday. The team’s aggressive approach saw them claim seven players via waivers on Monday, the most in the league. These claims included quarterback Brady Cook, defensive back Marcellas Dial, tackles Chukwuebuka Godrick and Jarrett Kingston, running back Reese Taylor, and defensive back Julius Wood. Defensive end Malik Herring was also added as a free agent. This influx of new talent has significantly altered the Dolphins’ 53-man roster. The team now boasts the youngest roster in the NFL by a considerable margin, with an average player age of 25. This aligns with Sullivan's stated goal of moving away from mediocrity and building a foundation for the future. Fans can stay connected with all the latest developments and join in community discussions through the new SB Nation app, available on iOS and Android. The app promises fewer ads and enhanced community interaction, making it the easiest way to follow the Dolphins.