In other news, the sun rose this morning, it's hot and humid in South Florida and will remain that way until October and the United States men's soccer team will not win the World Cup.
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Explaining its landmark decision, ESPN said, "(De'Von) Achane is the star of Miami's offense, and it's not close... The Dolphins are in full rebuild mode and have several units that rank among the league's worst."
Manny Fernandez part of Miami Dolphins' Super Bowl championship teams
Unknown date; Miami, FL, USA; FILE PHOTO; Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Manny Fernandez (75) on the sideline at the Orange Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Manny Rubio-USA TODAY Sports (Manny Rubio-US PRESSWIRE, US PRESSWIRE)
Manny Fernandez part of Miami Dolphins' Super Bowl championship teams
Nov 1, 1970; Baltimore, MD, USA; FILE PHOTO; Baltimore Colts quarterback Johnny Unitas (19) get hit after a pass by Miami Dolphins defensive tackle John Richardson (74) and Manny Fernandez (75) at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons-USA TODAY Sports (Malcolm Emmons, Malcolm Emmons-USA TODAY Sports)
Manny Fernandez part of Miami Dolphins' Super Bowl championship teams
Jan 2, 1972; Miami, FL, USA; FILE PHOTO; Baltimore Colts quarterback Johnny Unitas (19) on the ground after getting hit by Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Manny Fernandez (75) during the 1971 AFC Championship at the Orange Bowl. The Dolphins defeated the Colts 21-0. Mandatory Credit: Dick Raphael-USA TODAY Sports (Dick Raphael, Dick Raphael-USA TODAY Sports)
Manny Fernandez part of Miami Dolphins' Super Bowl championship teams
Dec 31, 1972; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Manny Fernandez (75) tackles Pittsburgh Steelers running back Franco Harris during the 1972 AFC Championship game at Three Rivers Stadium. Miami defeated Pittsburgh 21-17. Mandatory Credit: Photo By Malcolm Emmons- USA TODAY Sports (Malcolm Emmons-US PRESSWIRE, US PRESSWIRE)
Manny Fernandez part of Miami Dolphins' Super Bowl championship teams
Jan 16, 1972; New Orleans, LA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Manny Fernandez (75) pursues Dallas Cowboys running back Walt Garrison (32) during Super Bowl VI at Tulane Stadium. The Cowboys won 24-3. Mandatory Credit: Dick Raphael-USA TODAY Sports (Dick Raphael-US PRESSWIRE, US PRESSWIRE)
Manny Fernandez part of Miami Dolphins' Super Bowl championship teams
Jan 16, 1972; New Orleans, LA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Miami Dolphins line backer Nick Buoniconti (85) and Manny Fernandez wait at the line of scrimmage against the Dallas Cowboys during Super Bowl VI at Tulane Stadium. The Cowboys defeated the Dolphins 24-3. Mandatory Credit: Manny Rubio-USA TODAY Sports (Manny Rubio-US PRESSWIRE, US PRESSWIRE)
Manny Fernandez part of Miami Dolphins' Super Bowl championship teams
Nov 19, 1972; Miami, FL, USA; FILE PHOTO; Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Manny Fernandez gets oxygen on the bench against the New York Jets at the Orange Bowl. Miami defeated New York 28-24. Mandatory Credit: Photo By Malcolm Emmons- USA TODAY Sports (Malcolm Emmons-US PRESSWIRE, US PRESSWIRE)
Manny Fernandez part of Miami Dolphins' Super Bowl championship teams
Dec 5, 1971; Foxboro, MA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Manny Fernandez (75) against the New England Patriots at Foxboro Stadium. The Patriots defeated the Dolphins 34-13. Mandatory Credit: Dick Raphael-USA TODAY Sports (Dick Raphael-US PRESSWIRE, US PRESSWIRE)
Manny Fernandez part of Miami Dolphins' Super Bowl championship teams
Here is the bottom line: no one - not even the most optimistic Miami fan - has suggested the Dolphins' roster would be anywhere close to the upper echelon of the NFL. A combination of no salary cap room to sign free agents - and dumping stars such as Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill, Jaylen Waddle, Bradley Chubb and Minkah Fitzpatrick - and going heavy on the NFL Draft and rookies obviously leads to that conclusion.
Of course, the Dolphins' roster actually might not be the worst in the league, but it is close to the basement. But a headline stating that would not draw any interest.
So, take this for what it's worth. And strap yourself in for what promises to be a very, very long 2026 season.
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Nick Pugliese is The Palm Beach Post's sports editor. He does not think the Dolphins have the NFL's worst roster.
