The word soft has come up in conjunction with the Dolphins on multiple occasions in recent months. Linebacker Jordyn Brooks said the team played that way in a loss to the Packers on Thanksgiving night and former Dolphins safety DeShon Elliott used the same description of the team's play in a 2023 game.

Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Terron Armstead, speaking at the Super Bowl, says the team needs more of an edge to rebound from its 8-9 season.

Armstead has a decision to make over whether to return for the 2025 season, as he turns 34 before the season starts and could opt for retirement. His comments seem to indicate a lean toward returning, rather than distancing himself from his teammates. Armstead made a humorous remark as to why he ended up playing left tackle.