Dolphins re-sign Green III The Miami Dolphins have re-signed cornerback A.J. Green III to a new contract. Green III, who has spent the past five seasons with the team, will continue to contribute to the defense. Over his career with the Dolphins, Green III has played in 39 games, with two starts, and has recorded 26 tackles (20 solo), two interceptions, seven passes defensed, and two fumble recoveries. Additionally, he has made 15 special teams tackles. Green III’s journey to the NFL began as an undrafted college free agent with the Cleveland Browns in 2020. Prior to his professional career, he played college football at Oklahoma State from 2016 to 2019. During his collegiate tenure, he appeared in 48 games, starting 39 of them, and recorded 147 tackles (119 solo), six interceptions (one returned for a touchdown), 27 passes defensed, and two forced fumbles. His NFL career has included stints with the Cleveland Browns (2020-2023), the Los Angeles Rams (2025), and the Miami Dolphins (2025). Green III made his postseason debut with Cleveland in 2020, though the team did not advance beyond the first round. Since joining the Dolphins, he has continued to develop as a defensive player, contributing both in coverage and on special teams. The Dolphins’ decision to re-sign Green III reflects their confidence in his ability to provide depth and reliability on the defensive backfield. With the team looking to strengthen its secondary, Green III’s experience and versatility make him a valuable asset. His re-signing also underscores the Dolphins’ commitment to building a competitive roster for the upcoming season. As part of their free agency efforts, the Dolphins have also made several other signings, including guard/tackle Jamaree Salyer, safety Zayne Anderson, and edge rusher Robert Beal Jr., among others.#los_angeles_rams #miami_dolphins #cleveland_browns #a_j_green_iii #jamaree_salyer
Miami Dolphins re-sign defensive tackle Matthew Butler and cornerback A.J. Green III as free agency begins The Miami Dolphins made two re-signings on Wednesday as the new NFL league year opened, bringing back defensive tackle Matthew Butler and cornerback A.J. Green III. The moves came as several other Dolphins players entered free agency, but the team opted to retain these two defenders to bolster its roster. Matthew Butler, 26, was selected by the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2022 NFL draft as a fifth-round pick (No. 175 overall) out of Tennessee. After spending three seasons with the Raiders, he joined the Dolphins in 2023. Over four NFL seasons, Butler has appeared in 27 games, starting two, and recorded 27 tackles along with a half-sack. A.J. Green III, 27, played college football at Oklahoma State, where he earned All-Big 12 honors twice. He went undrafted in 2020 and has since played for the Cleveland Browns, Minnesota Vikings, and Los Angeles Rams before joining the Dolphins. In six NFL seasons, Green has appeared in 39 games, starting two, and has totaled 41 tackles, seven passes defensed, two interceptions, and two fumble recoveries. The Dolphins’ decisions to re-sign Butler and Green reflect their focus on maintaining depth in the defensive line and secondary. Both players have contributed to the team’s efforts to strengthen its defensive unit ahead of the 2026 season.#miami_dolphins #tennessee #matthew_butler #a_j_green_iii #oklahoma_state
