Punter isn't top of mind for NFL fans when it comes to positional value, but for the fan base of the Miami Dolphins, it was pegged on some thought level at least. However, in the week ahead of Miami's final preseason game of 2025, the team made clear of their plans for the new year.
Early in the free agency process, the Dolphins signed punter Ryan Stonehouse, soon after he was released from the Tennessee Titans. Stonehouse had played in 46 career games in three seasons with Tennessee, having averaged 52.2 yards per attempt in that span.
It was widely believed that Stonehouse would supplant the inconsistent Jake Bailey, who has averaged just 46.