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81 days till Dolphins season opener: Every player to wear No. 81 for Miami

The Miami Dolphins will open their 2023 campaign against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium on Sept. 10, which is now 81 days away.

Until the opening kickoff of the season, we’ll be counting down each day by remembering the players who have worn each specific jersey number.

No. 81 is currently worn by tight end Durham Smythe, who is transitioning into the team’s top tight end after having Mike Gesicki ahead of his since 2018.

There are a few other memorable players who have donned the number in the past.

With 81 days until their Week 1 battle, here’s a look at every player to ever wear No. 81 for the Dolphins (via Pro Football Reference):

TE Durham Smythe: 2018-23

(Photo by Eric Espada/Getty Images)

TE Dante Rosario: 2011

Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

TE Dedrick Epps: 2010

(Photo by NFL via Getty Images)

TE Joey Haynos: 2008-09

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TE Randy McMichael: 2002-06

(Photo By Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

WR O.J. McDuffie: 1993-2000

Mandatory Credit: Stephen Dunn /Allsport

WR Robert Clark: 1992

Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

WR Randal Hill: 1991

MANDATORY CREDIT: MIKE POWELL/ALLSPORT

WR James Pruitt: 1991

Mandatory Credit: Rick Stewart /Allsport

WR Scott Schwedes: 1987-90

Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

WR Mike Caterbone: 1987

Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

WR Frank Lockett: 1985

Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

WR Jimmy Cefalo: 1978-84

Mandatory Credit: Tony Tomsic-USA TODAY Sports

WR Howard Twilley: 1966-76

Mandatory Credit: Rod Hanna-USA TODAY Sports
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