Overview

• Chris Grier said the team is reinforcing accountability and fit, pointing to a Panthers visit that stressed locker-room closeness as a winning edge.
• Miami finalized veteran cornerback Rasul Douglas’ signing and waived safety Jordan Colbert to open the roster spot.
• Kicker Jason Sanders was placed on injured reserve with a designation to return, and Riley Patterson will join the practice squad and be elevated for three games, making Sanders eligible in Week 5.
• Cornerback Cam Smith was moved to the non-football injury list with no timetable given; Grier expects De’Von Achane to be ready for Week 1 and plans to add veteran running backs.
• Grier said the Dolphins will be aggressive on the waiver wire and are open to a reunion with Christian Wilkins, while local commentary casts this season as a make-or-break test for his tenure.