
CB · Miami Dolphins
4 transactions this offseason
Height
6'3"
Weight
197 lbs
Age
26
Draft
Undrafted
Experience
1 yr
CB Rank
#111 / 275
Grade Miles Battle
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On the field, Miles Battle grades out as a shaky CB for Miami Dolphins (D+ Performance). That places him 111th of 275 graded cornerbacks. The money matches the play — the Contract Value Index lands at D+, a slight overpay. The public read is positive (B Sentiment), drawn from current news and social signal rather than the box score. As a pro, expect these grades to move quickly as a real sample builds.
| Year | Team | GP | INT | PD | Tkl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | ![]() | 6 | — | 3 | 5 |
| 2025 | ![]() | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2024 | ![]() | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 |
Updated Jan 1, 1970
Length
2 years
Total Value
$2.1M
AAV
$1.1M/yr
The Dolphins' decision to commit $1.1M annually to Miles Battle represents a slight overpay for what amounts to rotational cornerback production. At 26, Battle falls into that awkward middle ground where he's beyond developmental upside but hasn't established himself as a reliable starter, making this D+ CVI deal questionable value in a market where similar rotational defensive backs can be found for closer to league minimum. The two-year structure does provide Miami with some flexibility and limits long-term risk, but dedicating over $1M per season to a player who projects as a fourth or fifth cornerback feels like an inefficient allocation of salary cap space. Battle's age suggests he's likely peaked as a rotational piece rather than someone who might develop into a more significant contributor, which makes the premium over typical depth signings harder to justify. This contract reflects the Dolphins potentially overpaying for familiarity or specific scheme fit, when similar production could have been secured at a lower cost through the draft or veteran minimum deals.
Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the D band — a quick read on where Miles's contract sits relative to comparable money.
Miles Battle earns a D+ grade as a young cornerback developing in Miami's secondary. The Dolphins have invested in their defensive backfield, and Battle is one of several young players competing for a role. His contributions have been primarily on special teams, where his speed and effort provide some value. Breaking through to a meaningful defensive role on a roster this talented requires exceptional play, and Battle is working toward that standard. He's a developmental player in the early stages of his NFL career.
Miles Battle ranks 111th of 275 graded cornerbacks by performance. That slots Miles between Jaylin Smith (D+) just ahead and Benjamin Morrison (D) just behind.
Graded higher
Jaylin SmithHouston TexansD+Alijah HuzzieHouston TexansD+Reese TaylorDenver BroncosD+Graded lower
Benjamin MorrisonTampa Bay BuccaneersMiami Dolphins' signing of Miles Battle draws mixed early reactions. The move is generating significant media attention across 5 media sources. Miles projects as a solid contributor in this role. Fan discussion centers on the contract terms of this deal. The remains to be seen for Miami Dolphins as the season approaches.
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Miles Battle is a player on a rookie-scale contract listed at CB for the Miami Dolphins. FanVerdicts covers every NFL player, team, GM, and transaction — and puts your verdict on all of it. Sign in to cast your Fan Verdict on Miles Battle, see where the crowd lands, and argue the call. FanVerdicts also brings its own read — performance, sentiment, and Contract Value Index — as one honest input alongside the crowd's. Where FanVerdicts has weighed in so far: Contract Value Index D+, Performance D+, Sentiment B.
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F
2025
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C-
2024
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