Dolphins Release Veteran Running Back Raheem Mostert: AP Source
Agent Confirms Mostert’s Departure
Looks like my client Raheem Mostert will be playing elsewhere next season. Very thankful for his time with the Miami Dolphins, and this gives them a chance to get younger and gives him a chance to pursue a ring elsewhere.
— Brett Tessler, Mostert’s agent
Team Releases Pro Bowl Running Back
A person familiar with the move said the team has released the Pro Bowl running back.
The person spoke on condition of anonymity because Miami has not made an official announcement.
Mostert’s Career with the Dolphins
Mostert finished the 2024 season with his fewest games played (13), rushing yards (278) and attempts (85) since he joined the team ahead of the 2022 season.
He had one year left on his contract after signing an extension last March, coming off a highly productive season in 2023 in which he ran for a career-high 1,012 yards and 18 touchdowns.
Clearing Cap Space
The Dolphins will clear $2.9 million in cap space with the move.
Mostert’s NFL Career
Mostert played for four teams over his first two seasons before landing with San Francisco in 2016. After six seasons with the 49ers, including a trip to the Super Bowl after the 2019 season, Mostert followed coach Mike McDaniel to Miami on a one-year deal, where he had the two most productive years of his career.
Mostert led Miami in rushing in 2022 with 891 yards. In 2023, Mostert became the Dolphins’ first 1,000-yard rusher since Jay Ajayi had 1,272 in 2016. He was also the first player to rush for 1,000 yards in his 30s since Adrian Peterson ran for 1,042 with Washington in 2018 at 33.
Conclusion
The Miami Dolphins have released veteran running back Raheem Mostert, according to a person familiar with the move. Mostert’s agent, Brett Tessler, confirmed the news on social media, stating that his client will be playing elsewhere next season. The move is expected to clear $2.9 million in cap space for the Dolphins.
FAQs
* Who released Raheem Mostert?
+ The Miami Dolphins
* Why was Mostert released?
+ The team is moving on and clearing cap space
* What is Mostert’s current contract status?
+ He had one year left on his contract
* Who is the new running back for the Dolphins?
+ De’Von Achane emerged as Miami’s clear RB1 in 2024, with a team-high 907 yards rushing on 203 carries and six touchdowns.
