Report: Dolphins releasing starting LB Jerome Baker
Oct 22, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Miami Dolphins linebacker Jerome Baker (55) returns an interception for a touchdown during the third quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. credits: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports The Miami Dolphins are releasing starting linebacker Jerome Baker after failing to come to terms on a restructured contract, ESPN reported Tuesday.
The Dolphins "left the door open" for Baker to return if he chooses, per the report. He was set to make $10.8 million in 2024 and his release will clear $9.8 million in salary cap space.
Baker, 27, joined Miami as a 2018 third-round draft pick and started 82 of his 94 games with the team during the past six seasons.
He recorded 78 tackles and two interceptions in 2023, including a pick-6 against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 7. Baker's career totals include 587 tackles, 22.5 sacks, six forced fumbles and five interceptions.
—Field Level Media
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