Summary
The Miami Dolphins have replaced their longtime kicker Jason Sanders by signing Zane Gonzalez to a one-year contract. Gonzalez, known for his long-range kicking abilities, joins the team after previous stints with the Atlanta Falcons and other NFL teams. This move aims to improve the Dolphins' scoring, especially after their challenges in the 2025 season.
Key Facts
- The Miami Dolphins released Jason Sanders, who was with the team for eight years.
- Zane Gonzalez, the new kicker, won the Lou Groza Award in 2016, which is given to the top college football kicker in the US.
- Gonzalez made seven field goals from 50 yards or more last season while playing for the Atlanta Falcons.
- The Dolphins struggled with scoring last season, averaging 20.4 points per game and finishing 25th in the league.
- Riley Patterson was the Dolphins' kicker in 2025, making 27 of 29 field goals, with only three from 50 yards or more.
- Gonzalez has not played regularly for two years due to a quadriceps injury but performed well with the Washington Commanders and Falcons in recent years.
- The Dolphins are looking for improvement after finishing with a 7-10 record in the 2025 season.
