Dolphins Boost Roster With Former 49Ers Top Draft Pick

WHO:

miamidolphins.com - The Miami Dolphins signed edge Clelin Ferrell.

miamidolphins.com - Kahlil Saunders was waived by the Miami Dolphins.

Heavy NFL - Clelin Ferrell is a former San Francisco 49ers edge rusher.

WHAT:

miamidolphins.com - Clelin Ferrell has appeared in 98 career games with 57 starts.

miamidolphins.com - Ferrell has recorded 181 tackles (95 solo), 21.0 sacks, 12 passes defensed, four forced fumbles, and two fumble recoveries in his career.

miamidolphins.com - Ferrell has appeared in six postseason games with Las Vegas, Washington, and San Francisco.

miamidolphins.com - Kahlil Saunders signed with Miami as an undrafted college free agent on May 8, 2026.

miamidolphins.com - Saunders recorded 77 tackles (36 solo), 4.5 sacks, 12.0 tackles for loss, and nine quarterback hurries during his college career.

WHERE:

miamidolphins.com - Ferrell played for teams including Oakland/Las Vegas, San Francisco, Washington, and the Los Angeles Chargers.

miamidolphins.com - Saunders played collegiately at Kentucky.

WHEN:

miamidolphins.com - Clelin Ferrell was selected fourth overall by the Raiders in the 2019 NFL Draft.

miamidolphins.com - Ferrell played collegiately at Clemson from 2015 to 2018.

miamidolphins.com - Saunders appeared in 51 career games with 12 starts over five seasons from 2021 to 2025.

WHY:

miamidolphins.com - The Miami Dolphins made roster moves to enhance their team.

HOW:

miamidolphins.com - The Dolphins signed Clelin Ferrell and waived Kahlil Saunders as part of their roster adjustments.

The Miami Dolphins have signed edge rusher Clelin Ferrell, a player with a notable career that includes 98 games and 57 starts, as well as impressive stats like 181 tackles and 21 sacks. In a related move, the Dolphins waived Kahlil Saunders, who had recently joined the team as an undrafted free agent after a solid college career at Kentucky. Ferrell, who was selected fourth overall by the Raiders in the 2019 NFL Draft, has played for several teams including Oakland, Las Vegas, and San Francisco.