In the aftermath of the latest injuries to their linebacker corps, the Dolphins are bringing in a trio of veterans, including one with knowledge of the team’s first-round playoff opponent this weekend. Miami on Tuesday announced the signing of outside linebackers Justin Houston and Bruce Irvin to the 53-man roster. A league source confirmed to the Miami Herald that the Dolphins are also signing Malik Reed to the practice squad.
Houston, who turns 35 on Jan. 21, played the first eight seasons of his career with the Kansas City Chiefs. Miami will face Kansas City on the road Saturday night. Houston was released by the Carolina Panthers in December after signing a one-year deal with the team. He recorded a half sack in seven games. Houston’s 112 career sacks are tied for the third most among active players
. Houston is a four-time Pro Bowler and one-time All-Pro selection, all with the Chiefs. A third-round pick in the 2011 Draft, Houston has also played for the Colts and Ravens. In Baltimore, Houston recorded 9.5 sacks in the 2022 season. Houston has played in nine playoff games in his 13-year career
Irvin, 36, was released by the Detroit Lions last week after appearing in two games in December and recording one sack. A first-round pick of the Seattle Seahawks in the 2012 Draft, Irvin has also spent with the Raiders, Falcons, Bears and Panthers. He has 85 career sacks
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