- Pennsylvania State University center says he’s spent time with Miami Dolphins during pre-draft process
- Report: Mike McDaniel in attendance at Alabama’s pro day
- Braxton Berrios says he’s been very impressed by ‘absolute warrior’ Tua Tagovailoa
- New Miami Dolphins linebacker Malik Reed says he has a ‘relentless’ approach to pass rushing
- DeShon Elliott’s excited message about going up against Miami Dolphins offense in practice
- Report: Andrew Van Ginkel intends to re-sign with Miami Dolphins barring ‘last-minute snag’
- Jalen Ramsey told his agent he only wanted to join Miami Dolphins: ‘Make sure that’s where I end up’
- Tyreek Hill sends direct message to Tua Tagovailoa after Miami Dolphins officially pick up his 5th-year option
- Jalen Ramsey’s former coach says he sort of has a wrestling persona: ‘He flips a switch when he competes’
- Report: Malik Reed reuniting with Vic Fangio and Bradley Chubb on Miami Dolphins
Report: Xavien Howard’s major signal that he may be willing to remain on Miami Dolphins
- Updated: August 7, 2021
Amid a rocky time in relations between the Miami Dolphins and star cornerback Xavien Howard, the defensive standout was reportedly a full participant at practice on Saturday.
Xavien Howard is a full participant at Dolphins practice, according to our group at @5ReasonsFins @3YardsPerCarry
— Five Reasons Sports (@5ReasonsSports) August 7, 2021
As one national reporter indicated, the move could be a major signal that Howard is willing to remain on the team.
If the #Dolphins and Xavien Howard are going to reach a compromise, him practicing was an important part… https://t.co/J89skAx2pL
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 7, 2021
The 28-year-old requested a trade earlier in the summer over frustrations with his contract situation, but the Dolphins seem determined to hold onto him. It’s a good sign that he was a full participant at practice today.
Howard is coming off of a fantastic 2020 campaign. He led the league in interceptions with 10 and passes defended with 20. Health is sometimes a concern for the former second-round pick, but when he is on the field, he makes a massive impact.
The Dolphins would have a very different look defensively without him. It’s no surprise that they are trying to resolve the situation.
With the uncertainty regarding his future in Miami, the team brought in four cornerbacks for tryouts on Thursday. While the organization’s top choice is to keep Howard in a Dolphins uniform, it’s always good to have backup plans.