# Marcellas Dial Jr.

NFL player. Position: **CB**. Team: **MIA**.

## Quick Facts

- **Position:** CB (Cornerback)
- **Team:** MIA (Miami Dolphins)
- **Draft:** 2024 sixth-round pick (#180 overall), New England Patriots
- **Age:** 25

## 2026 Outlook

Dial Jr. was claimed off waivers by Miami after the Patriots cut him during 53-man roster reductions on September 2, 2026. He appeared in all 17 Patriots games as a rookie (2024), mostly on special teams, but missed his entire 2025 season with a torn ACL suffered in training camp. He returned in 2026 as a nickel back and four-unit kicking game contributor but lost his roster spot to rookie corners Karon Prunty and Channing Canada. Now with Miami, he'll attempt to revive his career as a depth corner in a new system. (per Former Patriots find new homes after NFL roster cuts - Pats Pulpit)

## Role / Depth Chart

Depth corner and special teams contributor.

## Injury Status

Returned from torn ACL suffered in 2025 training camp; appeared in 2026 preseason action.

## Recent News

- 2026-09-02 — Claimed off waivers by Miami Dolphins after Patriots roster cuts (Former Patriots find new homes after NFL roster cuts - Pats Pulpit)

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