The Miami Dolphins have some tough decisions to make. They’ll need to make roster moves before their Week 7 matchup, but the real head-scratcher is who they’ll cut when Tua Tagovailoa returns from his concussion, likely by Week 8.

The Case for Change

Let’s be real, some guys just haven’t been cutting it. Duke Riley?

Bringing him back in 2024 felt like a head-scratcher then, and it’s looking even worse now. Penalties and mental mistakes are plaguing his game – not exactly what you want from a linebacker.

Then there’s Skylar Thompson. Look, the guy’s got heart, but three years in, and he hasn’t shown the growth you’d hope for. It’s tough to say, but that last snap he played might be his last in a Dolphins uniform.

And don’t even get me started on Julian Hill. The potential’s there, but he’s just not there yet.

It’s time to face facts: keeping him on the 53-man roster isn’t doing anyone any favors. He needs time to develop, just not at the expense of the active roster.

The Road Ahead

The Dolphins need to be ruthless. When Tua’s back, Thompson’s roster spot needs to be freed up. Maybe he lands back on the practice squad, but honestly, after this season, he might be better off looking somewhere else for work.

As for Hill? Give those reps to Tanner Conner. The kid’s hungry and deserves a shot to prove himself.