Signs One-Year Deal with Dolphins After Patriots Exit

After the New England Patriots declined to tender him as a restricted free agent, cornerback Alex Austin has signed a one-year contract with the Miami Dolphins. Austin, 24, appeared in 29 games with six starts for New England, recording 31 tackles and one interception. His tenure in New England was hampered by stints on injured reserve in 2024 and 2025. He did not play a defensive snap after Week 5 of the 2025 season, leading to his departure from the Patriots' secondary.