McDaniel identified Omarion Hampton as having shown as much growth as any player since the offense first took the field.
The exact area of that improvement was not specified, but Hampton has looked comfortable navigating the system, lining up correctly and handling what the offense is asking him to learn. That is significant because his physical ability was already established; the major positive is that the coaching staff believes he is processing and executing the new scheme. Hampton’s practice work also builds on the traits he showed last season before his injury and in smaller stretches after returning. His size, speed, agility, route-running ability, tackle-breaking and capacity to turn short gains into longer plays were all highlighted. The remaining issues are consistency and health, but his early learning curve has been one of the strongest developments in camp.
Bobby Kownack·
Wright spins his wheels a bit. It’s been tough sledding for the Dolphins second-year back thus far this preseason. He did score last week, but he now has 19 yards on 12 carries through two contests. Wright was never able to find space to showcase his speed against Detroit, and he fumbled on his final tote, a red-zone gaffe that would’ve ended an impressive drive for Miami had tight end Tanner Conner not fallen on the ball. The Dolphins released Raheem Mostert to go young in the backfield for 2025, but Wright has yet to show he can be a meaningful complement to De'Von Achane . Sixth-round rookie @[Ollie Gordon II](42), however, likely caught the eyes of some fans. He showed burst, decisiveness and highlight-reel ability on multiple runs while going for 50 yards on 10 carries.
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