Xavien Howard Confirms Departure from Miami Dolphins

The cornerback firmly states 'That door is closed' on a return, signaling an end to his tenure with the team.

Xavien Howard, a four-time Pro Bowl cornerback, has declared his time with the Miami Dolphins over, stating 'That door is closed' regarding a potential return.
The Dolphins plan to release Howard as a post-June 1 cut, a move that will save the team $18.5 million in cap space.
Despite Dolphins GM Chris Grier expressing a willingness to keep communication open for a possible return, Howard has firmly shut down the possibility.
Howard, who has expressed a desire to continue playing and join a playoff contender, has shown interest in playing for his hometown Houston Texans.
Howard's departure marks the end of an era for the Dolphins, where he was a key defensive player and a two-time All-Pro selection.