
#5 RB · Miami Dolphins
Height
5'10"
Weight
208 lbs
Age
23
College
Tennessee
Draft
2024, Rd 4, #120
Experience
2 yrs
RB Rank
#125 / 186
Grade this player:
| Year | Team | GP | Yards | TD | YPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | ![]() | 25 | 537 | 2 | 3.9 |
| 2025 | ![]() | 10 | 288 | 2 | 4.1 |
| 2024 | ![]() | 15 | 249 | 0 | 3.7 |
Length
4 years
Total Value
$4.8M
Guaranteed
$760K
AAV
$1.2M/yr
**Miami struck gold in the draft with this Wright contract, securing exceptional value on what shapes up as a legitimate steal.** The Dolphins locked up their rookie running back at just $1.2M AAV over four years, landing a B CVI that reflects outstanding value for a player who profiles as a reliable depth piece. Wright's production tier suggests he can contribute meaningfully in a rotational role, making this contract structure particularly shrewd given the Dolphins' need for backfield depth behind their established starters. The minimal $0.8M guaranteed money keeps Miami's risk exposure virtually nonexistent while the four-year term provides team control through Wright's prime developmental years. This deal exemplifies smart roster building — the Dolphins identified a player who can grow into a more significant role while paying him at a rate that delivers immediate positive value regardless of how his career unfolds.
Jaylen Wright grades at a D- as a young Dolphins running back who has yet to establish himself as a reliable contributor. His 537 rushing yards and two touchdowns across 25 games over two seasons is modest production, and the limited receiving output of eight catches for 52 yards shows he has not earned a pass-catching role. Miami's backfield has been competitive, and Wright has been unable to separate himself from the crowd despite showing occasional burst in his carries. The 2025 season was limited to 10 games, a step back from the 15 in 2024, which raises questions about his standing on the depth chart. Wright needs a strong offseason to prove he can be more than a depth back for the Dolphins.
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F
2025
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2024
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