After being let go by the Buffalo Bills Buffalo Bills before NFL free agency, experienced safety Jordan Poyer has decided to sign with the AFC East opponent Miami Dolphins according as reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
The news was initially disclosed on March 12 evening, and soon after, ESPN Dolphins beat writer Marcel Louis-Jacques followed up with the contract specifics. 'Former Bills S Jordan Poyer’s deal with the Dolphins is a 1-year, $2M per source,' the reporter pointed out — a small amount for a former first-team All-Pro with a career earning close to $44 million just shy of $44 million.
After agreeing to the terms, Poyer’s wife Rachel Bush shared a message on her Instagram story that featured the couple’s daughter, Aliyah, next to Miami’s mascot “T.D.” FinsXtra circulated the post for Dolphins fans on X.
'Aliyah had only one place she wanted daddy to sign,' she wrote under the photo, and added, 'Guess where?' In a separate text bubble, Bush declared, 'We’re home!!'
She expressed a similar statement in all-caps on X, writing: 'FINS UP WE ARE HOME !! 🐬🩵'
The defensive back also echoed his wife’s comments during a discussion with NFL reporter Cameron Wolfe. 'I’m coming home!' He reiterated. 'I live about 25 minutes from there [during the offseason]. I’ve wanted to come to Florida for a long time and I feel like I’m coming home. I’ve had a lot of respect for coach [Mike] McDaniel and his team for a long time and it feels right… I think I’m going to be a perfect fit.'
It seems Poyer’s family played a role in leading him back to his hometown.
'Jordan Poyer Expresses Desire to 'Play Somewhere Warm' With Tax Benefits at NFL Combine, Is 'Huge Fan of Tua'
Poyer has been dropping hints that he’d be open to joining the Dolphins — possibly due to his family residing there during the offseason or because his daughter Aliyah requested it.
During an interview with the user 'Tili' on X NFL combine (shared by a user named 'Tili' on X), Poyer was asked about his interest in 'playing somewhere warm' with better tax benefits. His response: 'I mean, who wouldn’t?' Along with a smile and a laugh.
'I’ve cherished my time. I’ve cherished my six years with the Bills,' Poyer continued. 'I love those fans out there. I love the community. [But] at this point in my life, I genuinely want to appreciate the effort I’ve put in to be in this current position.'
He concluded that while he still holds affection for the Bills community, he’s 'going to do whatever’s best for my family and myself.'
On his personal podcast, 'The Jordan Poyer Podcast,' the safety also emphasized his friendship with Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa on February 25 of 2023.
'Many Bills fans won't be pleased that I'm friends with Tua,' Poyer admitted in the video, unveiling that he’d be attending the QB’s birthday party at the time. Poyer went on to refer to Tagovailoa as a 'young baller' and a 'really good dude,' explaining that he and the Dolphins signal-caller first became pals on the golf course.
'Big fan of Tua,' he later expressed, indicating that he has 'a lot of respect for him and his craft.'
New Safety Jordan Poyer Greeted by Real-Life Dolphins After Signing
From all these signs, it seems like fate that Poyer ended up in Miami. For those who are still doubtful, how about Poyer being greeted by some real Dolphins right after getting the news?
“It looks like Jordan Poyer was accompanied by some Dolphins today shortly after the news of his signing for Miami came out,” FinsXtra shared on X, posting a video from Poyer’s Instagram story where the DB filmed three dolphins popping up out of the water nearby.
This is a real “Fins Up” welcome.
Regardless of the way it happened, this signing brings experience to Miami. On his career, Poyer has over 800 total tackles, 38 TFLs, 12.0 sacks, 11 fumbles forced (two in playoffs), another seven fumbles recovered, 54 passes defended and just one interception.
As a former seventh-round pick of the Philadelphia Eagles, Poyer worked his way into a starting role with the Cleveland Browns before really breaking out in Buffalo. He’s a hard worker and a true professional, and he should help Miami as they compete for a Super Bowl.
