Overview

• Alexander Mattison, a 5-foot-11, 220-pound running back, joins the Miami Dolphins on a one-year contract, bringing experience and size to the team.
• Mattison has recorded 2,790 rushing yards, 15 touchdowns, and 136 receptions across six NFL seasons with Minnesota and Las Vegas.
• The Dolphins struggled in short-yardage situations in 2024, and Mattison has converted 16 of 19 career attempts on third-and-1 or fourth-and-1.
• De'Von Achane remains the team's lead running back, with Mattison expected to complement him and second-year back Jaylen Wright in 2025.
• Miami also bolstered its roster by signing veteran guard James Daniels, offensive lineman Larry Borom, and wide receiver Nick Westbrook-Ikhine.