Dolphins release former first-round pick from practice squad
The Miami Dolphins, after five weeks, are swapping out defensive linemen on their practice squad.
The Miami Dolphins made two roster moves on Tuesday, releasing defensive lineman Mazi Smith from their practice squad and signing another defensive lineman, Jordan Jefferson. Smith, a 25-year-old Michigan product, was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft, earning All-Big Ten honors during his college career (2019-22).
After two and a half seasons with the Cowboys, the Jets traded him, and he signed with the Dolphins' practice squad in September. Smith appeared in 43 games across Miami, Dallas, and the Jets, tallying 57 tackles, six quarterback hits, and two sacks, but did not see any action for Miami this season. Jefferson, also 25, played for West Virginia, LSU, and the Jacksonville Jaguars before joining the Dolphins' practice squad.
The Jaguars selected him in the fourth round of the 2024 NFL Draft. In 10 games with the Dolphins, Jefferson recorded 12 tackles, a pass defense, and a sack.
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