MIA Kenneth Grant
NFL player. Position: Defensive Tackle. Team: MIA.
Quick Facts
- Position: Defensive Tackle
- Team: MIA (Miami Dolphins)
- Draft: First-round pick (top-15) in 2025
2026 Outlook
Kenneth Grant is tabbed by NFL analyst Steve Palazzolo as the Miami Dolphins' 2026 breakout candidate. Grant had a rough rookie year in 2025 but showed improvement as the year progressed. The Dolphins have implemented a new defensive system, and Palazzolo projects Grant to make a significant leap in his second year. Grant's breakout would be "a big, big win" for Miami's long-term outlook because he retains two years of cost-controlled deal remaining (with a fifth-year option), giving the organization flexibility if he develops into a star. (per One NFL analyst's pick for a Miami Dolphins' 2026 breakout player would be a massive win for the long-term outlook in South Florida)
The progress Grant showed in the second half of 2025 positions him well for continued development under HC Hafley's new defensive structure. Defensive line coach Austin Clark—who expanded his role to oversee all linemen (interior and edge)—will now coach Grant alongside interior lineman Zach Sieler and other 2025 draft additions. This unified approach provides consistent technique coaching that could accelerate Grant's growth. (per Examining the Benefits of One Subtle Coaching Staff Philosophy Change)
Role / Depth Chart
Defensive tackle. Part of second-year defender trio on Miami's defensive line with opportunity for increased snaps.
Injury Status
No current injuries reported.
Recent News
- 2026-06-22 — What we learned from every NFL team during offseason workouts - The Athletic (What we learned from every NFL team during offseason workouts - The Athletic)
- 2026-06-22 — What we learned from every NFL team during offseason workouts (What we learned from every NFL team during offseason workouts)
- 2026-06-21 — Dolphins Father's Day Mailbag: Evaluating How Sullivan Managed the Cap and Roster (Dolphins Father's Day Mailbag: Evaluating How Sullivan Managed the Cap and Roster)
- 2026-05-20 — 2025 NFL Redraft: Does Cam Ward, Jaxson Dart, Or Tyler Shough Go No. 1 Overall? (2025 NFL Redraft: Does Cam Ward, Jaxson Dart, Or Tyler Shough Go No. 1 Overall?)
- 2026-04-13 — Redrafting 2025 NFL Draft: Jaxson Dart jumps into top 5, but does Cam Ward stay No. 1?... (Redrafting 2025 NFL Draft: Jaxson Dart jumps into top 5, but does Cam Ward stay No. 1?...)
- 2026-03-19 — Miami Dolphins depth chart update on March 19, 2026 (Miami Dolphins depth chart update on March 19, 2026)
- 2026-06-12 — 2026 Post-Spring 53-Man Roster Projection: (2026 Post-Spring 53-Man Roster Projection:)
- 2026-05-13 — Examining the Benefits of One Subtle Coaching Staff Philosophy Change (Examining the Benefits of One Subtle Coaching Staff Philosophy Change)
- 2026-05-03 — NFL defense rankings 2025: Evaluating all 32 Defenses Entering 2026 Season (NFL defense rankings 2025: Evaluating all 32 Defenses Entering 2026 Season)
- 2026-06-09 — Dolphins’ Hafley raves about Willis, dishes on injuries, Jimmy Johnson lunch (Dolphins’ Hafley raves about Willis, dishes on injuries, Jimmy Johnson lunch)