A day after signing with Dolphins, LB Stephen Dix Jr. was making defensive calls in a game
The preseason is often about figuring out the contours of the roster.
On Saturday, the Miami Dolphins utilized a player who had signed with them a day prior during a preseason game, despite him having never participated in any training camp with any team. Stephen Dix Jr., the newly signed linebacker, was elated to have the chance to play and contribute significantly. Coach Jeff Hafley recounted that Dix, upon joining the team, was instructed to perform various defensive calls and then execute them during the second half.
Hafley noted that they only managed to run two calls in the second half, an unprecedented occurrence for Hafley. Dix expressed his appreciation for being given the opportunity to prove himself, emphasizing that it was an exciting and enjoyable experience. The undrafted rookie from Arkansas had previously been signed by the Cardinals but was released in June.
Dix expressed his gratitude for the opportunity and described it as a dream come true, stating that his journey as a football player was only beginning. During the game, Dix logged 34 defensive snaps and two special-teams plays, recording one tackle and two assists. While he may not secure a spot on the 53-man roster, his performance could secure him a position on the practice squad, where he could continue working towards his next opportunity.
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