Dolphins extend All-Pro LB Jordyn Brooks for $51.3M

The three-year contract includes $35 million guaranteed.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 211 min read

Jordyn Brooks has led the NFL in tackles twice, in 2021 and again last season in 2025. He’s coming off a career year in Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: Erik Burkhardt of Roc Nation Sports negotiated the agreement. The move secures Jordyn Brooks as a fixture in the Miami defense ahead of the 2026 season.

Why it matters: The front office prioritized retaining its core talent following his standout 2025 campaign. He earned First-Team All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors for the first time, eliminating any contract uncertainty.

By the numbers: The linebacker led the NFL in tackles last season, repeating a league-leading performance he first delivered in 2021.

What to watch: The organization will look to finalize remaining roster adjustments as training camp approaches.

Sources

@AdamSchefter 2026-07-21T15:42:00.378847+00:00

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