Josh Uche has found a fit in Miami, and he’s not exactly eager to pack his bags.
The Dolphins linebacker, in his first season with the team after entering the NFL in 2020, has settled into a significant role on defense. He has started five of six games and has been active as a tackler, giving Miami steady production even as the season has gone sideways in the standings.
Dolphins edge rusher Josh Uche explains why he wants to stay with team past trade deadline, including no toxicity and being impressed by Jeff Hafley
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Uche explained on Thursday, per Joe Schad, why he’d like to remain in South Beach past the NFL trade deadline. For him, the appeal starts with the culture around the team.
“It starts with the head coach. Just the energy he brings, no toxicity.
It's just all football, all ball, all details, all discipline. And then after that, I'll go to you know Austin Clark.
I mean, just like that old school type of football. I think it complements what the head coach does as well.
And then just third, just the overall locker room, like the vibes of the guys, regardless of the situation, regardless of the outcome. There's no pointing fingers.
It's just like we're just bros,” Uche said.
He’s also embraced the role he has been given, even with Miami in rebuild mode. Uche said he wants to help the franchise stay on the right path and start winning games for the long term.
Through six games, he has put together a career season statistically: 25 tackles, four quarterback hits, three TFL, one forced fumble, and one fumble recovery.
Miami enters Week 8 at 1-5 and sitting at the bottom of the AFC East. The Dolphins are behind the New York Jets and the New England Patriots in the division. In the AFC standings, they are 14th, ahead of the Tennessee Titans and the Los Angeles Chargers but behind the Houston Texans and the Indianapolis Colts.
The Dolphins’ next chance to get back on track comes at home against New England. The Patriots visit on Nov. 1 at 4:25 p.m. ET.
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