Five Players Are Already Going Nuclear and the Rest of the League Is NOT Ready

Okay, fam, you know we're always bleeding green and blue here in the Emerald City, but sometimes you gotta look around the league and acknowledge the fire. Some cats are already out there making statements, even in these early sessions. The Dolphins just wrapped up a wild nine-week grind that kicked off way back in April, with their final practice this past Thursday. Over those six public practice days, including three OTAs and the mandatory minicamp, some players absolutely stood out in the 7-on-7 and 11-on-11 drills. We’re talking about guys who elevated their game big time, and the league better be watching.

QB and Wideouts Are Dialed In

First up, we gotta talk about Quinn Ewers. Look, even if you saw him closing out the 2025 season strong, stepping up when Tua Tagovailoa was out, you still gotta be impressed with how solid he looked. He’s making everyone super comfortable, knowing they’ve got a legit backup QB. That’s huge, man, seriously. Then you got the wideouts. Malik Washington, no surprise, is showing exactly why he’s the most accomplished returning receiver. He was consistently getting open, making plays, doing his thing. He’s gonna be a key piece for that offense, no doubt. And get this, out of the three rookie receivers they drafted, Kevin Coleman Jr. was the one who *really* popped. Even before Caleb Douglas got sidelined with an injury, Coleman was shining. He might honestly have been the second-most impressive wide receiver in those early drills after Washington. The kid is making a strong case right outta the gate.

Under-the-Radar Guys Making Noise

But hold up, it’s not just the flashy positions making waves. We’re looking at some serious grind from unexpected places. Ben Sims, a UFA pickup, was looking like a long shot to make the roster after the Dolphins drafted Will Kacmarek and Seydou Traore at tight end. But guess what? He was probably the most impressive tight end in the whole camp. Dude’s gonna get a serious, long look, and he earned it. And how about D.J. Herman? This guy switched from playing linebacker at San Diego State to fullback on offense. And he’s looking GOOD catching passes, showing an impressive ability to adjust to the ones that aren’t perfect. It’s too early to say if he’s gonna crack the 53-man roster, but the guy has absolutely crushed it so far in these early workouts.

What This Early Fire Means

So yeah, while we’re busy cheering on our Mariners in April and gearing up for our Hawks to absolutely dominate later this year, it’s worth keeping an eye on these kinds of early performances around the league. These players are laying down serious markers right now. You just know other teams are taking notes on who’s coming out hot. Who steps up next and shows this kind of fire? We’ll be watching every single snap, every single rep. Let's go!

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