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Dolphins re-sign WR River Cracraft

Miami is re-signing their second wideout of the offseason.

The Miami Dolphins entered the offseason with a clear need for depth at wide receiver behind Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, and after re-signing Braxton Berrios last week general manager Chris Grier has brought back a second.

On Wednesday night, wide receiver River Cracraft shared on social media that he’s back with the team.

Cracraft, 29, was originally signed by the Denver Broncos as an undrafted free agent out of Washington State in 2017. After other stints with the Philadelphia Eagles and San Francisco 49ers, Cracraft joined the Dolphins in 2022.

Through two seasons with Miami, Cracraft has played in 21 games, recording 18 receptions for 223 yards and three touchdowns.

The former Cougar will likely compete for one of the last roster spots in the wide receiver room, and if he doesn’t make the team, he’ll probably be brought back on the practice squad.

Dolphins free agent profile: Does River Cracraft get a third year?

Should the Dolphins bring the wideout back for a third year?

The Miami Dolphins have a slew of players who are expected to hit free agency this month, including a wide receiver who has spent the last two years with the team – River Cracraft.

Cracraft, 29, was originally signed by the Denver Broncos as an undrafted free agent in 2017 following a collegiate career at Washington State.

He spent parts of three seasons with Denver playing mostly special teams before finishing out his third NFL season on the Philadelphia Eagles practice squad.

Cracraft spent 2020-21 with the San Francisco 49ers, where he bounced back and forth from the practice squad but played on offense more than he had with Denver.

He signed a one-year deal with the Dolphins in 2022 to follow Mike McDaniel from San Francisco. After failing to make the initial roster, he was elevated for each of the first three games before being signed to the active roster for the rest of the year.

Cracraft re-signed on another one-year deal this past year, this time making the 53-man out of camp, but he missed time with an injury that landed him on injured reserve.

So far with the Dolphins, Cracraft has recorded 18 receptions for 223 yards and three touchdowns.

Now, he’s heading into free agency again at 29 years old. Miami doesn’t have a ton of wide receiver depth with Cedrick Wilson Jr., Braxton Berrios, Robbie Chosen and Chase Claypool also hitting the market, so they should be looking to add at the position through free agency or the draft.

Cracraft won’t be an expensive deal. He’ll probably cost around $1 million again in 2024, and he already knows the offense. Having him come back and at least compete with the other depth options seems like a smart move for the cheap money.

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Grading the Dolphins wide receivers after their 2023 season

A look at Miami’s wideouts, and the year they had in 2023.

The Miami Dolphins finished their 2023 campaign with an 11-6 record and made the postseason for the second time in as many years under head coach Mike McDaniel. Unfortunately, it came to an end with a loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in the wild-card round.

While other teams are in the midst of their playoff run, it’s time to do some reflecting on the team in South Florida.

Over the next couple of weeks, we’ll be reviewing and evaluating different positions for the Dolphins in 2023. Today, we’ll look at the wide receivers.

WATCH: Dolphins share custom cleats for ‘My Cause My Cleats’

A look at what initiatives the Dolphins will be playing for “My Cause My Cleats.”

During Weeks 13 and 14 across the NFL, players and coaches are given the opportunity to wear custom cleats as part of the league’s “My Cause My Cleats” initiative, which allows them to deviate from their usual kicks to support some incredible causes.

The Miami Dolphins have a number of players joining this year to support different foundations and movements that are special to them.

Here’s a look at the causes that some Dolphins will be supporting:

  • Alec Ingold – ChildNet
  • Andrew Van Ginkel – Alex’s Lemonade Stand
  • Blake Ferguson – Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
  • Brandon Jones – TXAF — Texas Against Fentanyl
  • Braxton Berrios – Paws4You Rescue
  • Cam Smith – Layups for Lupus
  • Cedrick Wilson Jr. –  Lous House
  • Connor Williams – Michaels Memories
  • Durham Smythe – Austin Pets Alive
  • Elijah Campbell – MS Foundation
  • Emmanuel Ogbah – American Cancer Society/Emmanuel Ogbah Rise Above Foundation
  • Isaiah Wynn – Alzheimer’s Asscoation
  • Jalen Ramsey – Safety Corner Foundation
  • Jason Sanders – Wounded Warrior Project
  • Jaylen Waddle – American Cancer Society
  • Jeff Wilson Jr. – MADD
  • Jerome Baker – Expand the Land
  • Jevon Holland – Alex’s Lemonade Stand
  • Justin Bethel – Save The Music
  • Liam Eichenberg – Then Adrew Weishare Foundation
  • Mike White – FARE
  • Nik Needham – 4dfam
  • Parry Nickerson – Redd’s World Foundation
  • Raheem Mostert – Raheem Mostert Waves of Success Foundation and Melanoma Research Foundation
  • River Cracraft – Hilinski’s Hope
  • Robbie Chosen – Amazing Wishes Inc.
  • Robert Jones – Everytown for Gun Safety
  • Skylar Thompson – The Sky is the Limit Foundation
  • Terron Armstead – RISE
  • Tua Tagovailoa – Tua Foundation
  • Zach Sieler – Sieler Safe Haven Foundation

Miami’s content team also put together a nice video of the players speaking about the causes and what they mean to them.

While there will be a lot of eyes on the Dolphins’ Monday night matchup, take an extra close look at what they’re wearing on their feet.

 

Dolphins activate WR River Cracraft from IR, release CB

Miami moves on from a CB and brings back a WR from IR.

The Miami Dolphins have had an active week following their bye already, as they switched out wideouts on the practice squad on Monday.

Then, on Tuesday, they had to make a decision on the future of wide receiver River Cracraft, who was coming to the end of his 21-day practice window. They decided to activate him, which kept him from missing the remainder of the season.

Cracraft had played a role in Miami’s first three games, recording six receptions for 87 yards and a touchdown before suffering a shoulder injury in their huge win over the Denver Broncos.

To make room for Cracraft, the Dolphins released cornerback Kelvin Joseph.

Joseph, 23, has appeared in four games this season for Miami, mainly on special teams, recording two tackles. He was originally acquired right before the season in a trade that sent Noah Igbinoghene to the Dallas Cowboys, but he had been a healthy scratch in five contests.

Mike McDaniel has injury updates on injured Dolphins at bye week

Updates on a ton of injured Dolphins heading into the week off.

The Miami Dolphins have had issues with keeping their players on the field throughout their 2023 campaign.

Luckily, Week 10 brings Mike McDaniel’s team some time off, so some of those players who are dealing with bumps and bruises can rehab, relax and recover before the home stretch of the season.

McDaniel spoke to the media on both Monday and Tuesday this week and provided updates on a number of his players before the team adjourns for the week.

Dolphins rule out Jevon Holland, River Cracraft for matchup vs. Patriots

Miami will be without their top safety on Sunday.

The Miami Dolphins will take on the New England Patriots for the second time this season on Sunday at Hard Rock Stadium.

Ahead of the game, Miami has ruled out safety Jevon Holland and River Cracraft.

Holland was placed in concussion protocol following last week’s loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. He came back into the game, but he reported symptoms the day after.

Without Holland, Miami will likely use Brandon Jones and DeShon Elliott as the main safety pair, and cornerback Nik Needham can help in a depth role as well.

Cracraft remains on injured reserve with a shoulder injury. He still has plenty of time to be activated before his 21-day practice window ends.

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Dolphins place River Cracraft on IR, Erik Ezukanma on NFI

Both players will miss at least four games.

As the Miami Dolphins prepare for their Week 4 matchup with the Buffalo Bills, they have lost two players for some significant time.

The team announced on Friday that they’ve placed wide receiver River Cracraft on injured reserve and wide receiver Erik Ezukanma on the non-football injury list.

Cracraft went down with a shoulder injury during last week’s win over the Denver Broncos, and McDaniel had mentioned this outcome was a possibility after they got more information, so it’s not a total surprise.

The Ezukanma situation is a bit stranger, as McDaniel mentioned that they were checking on an injury that he had in college during his time at Texas Tech. He’s been on the injury report this week with a neck injury.

Both players will now be forced to miss at least four weeks.

Mike McDaniel announced three Dolphins are OUT vs. Bills

Two wideouts and a linebacker will sit this one out.

The Miami Dolphins are preparing to take on the Buffalo Bills on Sunday at Highmark Stadium, but they’ll be without three solid contributors.

Speaking to the media on Friday, Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel revealed that linebacker Jaelan Phillips and wide receivers Erik Ezukanma and River Cracraft will not play this weekend.

Phillips is dealing with an oblique injury, and he’ll likely be replaced by Andrew Van Ginkel, who previously filled in for the former first-round pick against the New England Patriots.

Ezukanma and Cracraft are two of Miami’s depth options behind Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle. Their absence means Braxton Berrios will be more involved, and there’s a strong possibility that Robbie Chosen is elevated from the practice squad, as he was last week.

This game was already going to be difficult for the Dolphins, and things have gotten even tougher.

Mike McDaniel provides update on group of injured Dolphins after Broncos game

Miami has a number of players dealing with injuries.

The Miami Dolphins had their best day in franchise history, as they set or tied a number of records that have been around for decades in a game that saw them beat the Denver Broncos 70-20.

While everyone is ecstatic with the win, and the manner in which they achieved it, Miami also had a number of key players suffer injuries throughout the contest.

They were also without one of their best offensive playmakers entering the game.

On Monday, following the win, head coach Mike McDaniel provided updates on a few injured Dolphins.