BREAKING: Jordyn Brooks Signs Extension with Miami
Adam Schefter of ESPN is reporting that the Dolphins and linebacker Jordyn Brooks have agreed to a 3-year contract extension worth $51.3 million, with $35 million fully guaranteed.
Brooks was outstanding in 2025 for Miami and was named First Team All-Pro for the Dolphins.
He had 183 tackles, 13 tackles for loss, and 3.5 sacks. He was Miami’s best defensive player week in and week out throughout the season and a vocal leader for this team as well.
Miami Dolphins and LB Jordyn Brooks have agreed to a 3-yr $51.3 million extension with $35m guaranteed, per @ErikBurkhardt of @RocNationSports.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) July 21, 2026
When Brooks arrived in Miami as a free agent, the expectation was that he would stabilize the linebacker position. Instead, he exceeded every expectation. He quickly became the heartbeat of Anthony Weaver’s defense, consistently flying sideline-to-sideline, making game-changing tackles, and setting the tone with his relentless effort.
Brooks’ production speaks for itself. He developed into one of the league’s most dependable tacklers while also becoming the emotional leader of a defense that leaned on his consistency every Sunday. Whether it was stopping the run, dropping into coverage, or making clutch plays late in games, Brooks proved he could do it all.
For Dolphins General Manager Jon-Eric Sullivan, this extension sends a clear message about the organization’s direction. Throughout the offseason, the team has emphasized building around its core players. After taking care of some key contributors like De’Von Achane and Aaron Brewer, extending Brooks ensures one of Miami’s most valuable defensive building blocks remains in South Florida for years to come.
This move also provides stability for a defense that continues to evolve. With young talent entering the roster and veteran leaders helping shape the culture, Brooks gives Miami a cornerstone in the middle of the field. His leadership extends beyond the stat sheet, and teammates consistently point to his work ethic and preparation as examples to follow.