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The Phinsider fantasy football takes on Brady Cook
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NegativeDepth ChartOct 14, 2026
Quarterback Brady Cook was added to the Miami Dolphins practice squad during the team's bye week; this represents a depth chart move to bring back the third quarterback option.NegativeRoleOct 13, 2026
Brady Cook, a 2025 undrafted free agent out of Missouri, was signed to the Miami Dolphins practice squad after being released from the active roster to make space for defensive tackle Kenneth Grant's activation from injured reserve. Cook spent his rookie season with the New York Jets, appearing in five games with four starts, posting 739 passing yards, a 57.5 completion percentage, two touchdown passes, and seven interceptions for a 55.4 passer rating. He was cut by the Jets during preseason roster cuts and has not appeared in a game since signing with Miami. Cook now serves as the Dolphins' third-string quarterback behind starter Malik Willis and backup Kyle McCord.NegativeDepth ChartSep 13, 2026
Quarterback Brady Cook is designated as the emergency third quarterback for the Dolphins' Week 1 game against the Raiders, allowing him to dress for the game but only permitted to enter if both starter Malik Willis and backup Kyle McCord are injured.NegativeBustSep 7, 2026
The source reports that community members cited Brady Cook as their least favorite waiver claim addition. One member noted Cook was on one of the worst Jets teams ever last year and played a part in their poor performance during the 4 games he started, expressing hope he doesn't see the field this year. Another community member preferred Joe Milton III as an alternative QB option, citing Milton as having more upside than Cook.NegativeRoleSep 4, 2026
Brady Cook is a new Dolphins quarterback who is third on the depth chart. He could sit at his locker in peace on Wednesday because reporters opted to swarm Kyle McCord instead, indicating minimal media attention and a lower-profile role on the roster.NegativeDepth ChartSep 3, 2026
Quarterback acquired by Miami Dolphins via waiver claim from the New York Jets following the NFL's mandatory 53-player roster cuts.NegativeDepth ChartSep 2, 2026
Brady Cook was claimed by Miami Dolphins on waivers from the New York Jets as one of seven waiver claims made by the team on Monday, the most in the league. Cook joins Malik Willis and Kyle McCord as quarterbacks on the 53-man roster as Miami continues to evaluate and develop its quarterback room.NegativeDepth ChartSep 1, 2026
Listed on Dolphins 53-man roster at quarterback position following Monday's waiver and free agent moves.PositiveRoleSep 1, 2026
Brady Cook, former New York Jets player, was claimed off waivers by the Dolphins as part of their seven waiver acquisitions—the most in the league. This represents an actionable roster addition for Miami's quarterback room as they continue roster churn ahead of the 2026 season.NegativeProjectionAug 31, 2026
Cook was claimed by Miami after starting four games for the Jets in 2025, posting poor efficiency metrics: 88 completions on 153 attempts (57.5%), 739 yards, 2 TDs, and 7 INTs for a 55.4 quarterback rating. These numbers suggest limited fantasy upside as a backup or emergency starter.