Barrett added that whereas this choice might appear to be a shock, he has been considering it for some time.
He performed 9 years within the NFL with the Denver Broncos and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, placing collectively an impressive profession that noticed him make two Professional Bowls, lead the NFL in sacks (19.5) throughout the 2019 season and win Tremendous Bowls with each the Broncos and Buccaneers.
He performed in 16 video games for the Buccaneers throughout the 2023 season, recording 4.5 sacks.
The Buccaneers launched him after the season, a transfer that left Barrett indignant as he vowed to make them remorse the choice.
Miami’s protection was undoubtedly in want of some assist after a poor 2023 exhibiting, and Barrett figured so as to add some vital pass-rushing depth to that facet of the ball. Jaelan Phillips and Bradley Chubb are each getting back from season-ending accidents and beginning coaching camp on the PUP checklist, so there are nonetheless some huge questions for the protection early on. The retirement of Barrett solely provides to them early on.
Dolphins veteran gamers report back to camp this week.
