Bradley Chubb Hitting the Open Market

What They're Saying

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport: "After his restructure last year, Bradley Chubb had a cap number of more than $31M for 2026. Release was always the plan."

Jordan Schultz: "Chubb had 8.5 sacks this past season and was a top trade candidate before the deadline, with three teams actively trying to trade for him before Miami opted to keep him. Now he's a free agent and should have heavy interest."

2026 Fantasy Football Impact

Chubb saw his Pro Football Focus grades tumble in both pass rush and run defense last season vs. 2023. He tied for a decent 28th among all edges, though, in total pressures, while ranking 30th in total pass-rush chances.

Chubb's beyond his peak but remains an effective player at a high-value position. We'll see about his landing spot, salary, and any hints at his planned usage.

But expect Chubb to remain IDP-relevant for at least one more year.

Other Winners & Losers

The Dolphins now head into the offseason badly in need of some edge help. The Chubb released follows their midseason trade of Edge Jaelan Phillips to Philadelphia.

That leaves Chop Robinson as the only pass-rush threat, and he's coming off a modest first two seasons. The 2024 first-round pick actually declined in performance in his second year, managing just 19 total pressures across 15 games while seeing his playing time dip below 50%.

Phillips, Dre'Mont Jones, and Trey Hendrickson lead a shallow edge group in free agency, but these Dolphins look better suited to pursue rookies and lower-priced veterans.

Cincinnati Edge Joseph Ossai could be an interesting target. He's hitting the open market for the second straight offseason after garnering just a one-year, $6.5 million pact with the Bengals last time around.

Ossai has a mere 14.5 total sacks through four seasons (he missed his rookie year with injury), but is heading into just his age-26 season.