Miami Dolphins rookies reported for training camp this week. One notable name from USC did not quite make the cut. Former USC receiver and seventh-round pick Tahj Washington was put on the active/physically unable to perform list, otherwise known as the PUP list.
Washington hoped to compete for a 53-man roster spot, but it seems he will most likely be a practice squad candidate. Washington is fighting an uphill battle on the Miami Dolphins’ roster.
The Dolphins return one of the best wide receiver rooms in the NFL with Tyreek Hill, Jaylen Waddle and Odell Beckham Jr., along with returning veterans Braxton Berrios and River Cracraft, 2022 fourth-round pick Erik Ezukanma, and 2024 sixth-round pick Malik Washington plus speedster Anthony Schwartz.
Washington led USC in receptions (59) and receiving yards (1,062) during his senior season in 2023 with eight touchdown receptions.
The Dolphins have a lot of high-end talent at receiver. One has to wonder if Washington could stick on an NFL team which has less talent at the position.
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