Dolphins Release Riley Patterson, Add Zane Gonzalez to Practice Squad
The Miami Dolphins have released kicker Riley Patterson and added Zane Gonzalez to their practice squad as part of roster adjustments aimed at improving the team's special teams performance.
West Palm Beach Fort Pierce, FL, October 20, 2026 —
The Miami Dolphins have released kicker Riley Patterson and added Zane Gonzalez to the team’s practice squad in a roster adjustment focused on special teams performance, according to the information provided.
The summary does not give a date for the moves or explain when they take effect. It also does not provide details about Patterson’s next steps, Gonzalez’s role, or whether the Dolphins made any other roster changes at the same time.
The stated aim of the adjustments is to improve the team’s special teams performance. No specific concerns, performance measures or evaluation of either kicker were included, so the precise reason for the personnel change is not available. The summary does not say whether the team issued a public statement or provide comments from the players or coaches.
Gonzalez was added to the practice squad; the information provided does not say whether he will be elevated to the active roster or appear in a game. It likewise does not include contract terms or other transaction details. Patterson’s release is reported, but no further information about his tenure with Miami or his future plans was provided.
The available details therefore establish the two roster moves and the team’s stated focus, but leave the timing, additional rationale and potential next steps unspecified.
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