Kyle Van Noy may not be released eventually.
After the surprise news that the Dolphins were planning to release the veteran linebacker, ESPN.com reports this The team is now trying to replace Van Noy.
Miami signed Van Noy from rival Patriots for a four-year, $ 51 million off-season deal. Despite a respectable season, the Dolphins are determined to move from Van Noy and save $ 9.7 million in space.
Van Noy said he was “surprised and disappointed” by the decision in a statement, and now he may not be able to decide the next team.
“As captain, I gave my all to the team,” said Van Noy. “I struggled with a painful hip injury during the season, including spending a night in the hospital after a game. I was brought there to be a leader and I know that my colleagues looked at and respected me. I look forward to influencing my next team. ”
Van Noy could be the start of an NFL trend, with veterans in danger, with the salary cap influenced by COVID-19, which is currently expected to be at least $ 180 million.
Paul Schwartz of the Post reported that the Giants could be a potential landing point for Van Noy, due to his familiarity with head coach Joe Judge in their New England days.
That, of course, if the Dolphins end up releasing Van Noy at all.