Linebacker was known to be a position where change was coming this offseason for the Miami Dolphins, specifically inside linebacker.
The Dolphins, transitioning to Vic Fangio as defensive coordinator, got more athletic at the position in signing David Long Jr., formerly of the Tennessee Titans, while letting Elandon Roberts go to the Pittsburgh Steelers in free agency.
Long can immediately be plugged into the starting lineup alongside Jerome Baker inside. On the edge, Miami returns a standout tandem of Bradley Chubb and Jaelan Phillips that is expected to produce in their first full season together.
