'On the upward ascension.' In Miami, two safeties seek opportunity to become full-time starters
Briefly

The Miami Dolphins faced significant struggles with their safety duo, Jordan Poyer and Jevon Holland, in 2024, yielding no interceptions and only one turnover. In 2025, after releasing Holland to the Giants and losing Poyer to free agency, the Dolphins signed young safeties Ashtyn Davis and Ifeatu Melifonwu to revamp the position. Both players aim for starting roles, believing they can prove their capabilities after limited opportunities previously. Coach Mike McDaniel's vision emphasizes developing upward-ascending players for team culture and overall improvement.
"When I talk about the vision that I have for our team in 2025, it includes players on the upward ascension of development who can contribute to our culture."
"I've been predominantly a teams guy, but I think that I've seen what a starter in this league looks like. I think that I fit that description..."
Read at Miami Herald
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