CONFIRMED: Las Vegas Raiders Offensive Tackle Kolton Miller Shocks NFL with Sudden Departure, Signs with Miami Dolphins Amid Contract Standoff.
Las Vegas, NV — In a move that has sent shockwaves through the NFL, longtime Las Vegas Raiders offensive tackle Kolton Miller has officially parted ways with the team and signed with the Miami Dolphins, sources confirmed late Monday night.
The sudden departure of the 6-foot-8 cornerstone of the Raiders’ offensive line has left both fans and teammates stunned, especially as the 2025 season looms. The 28-year-old former first-round draft pick had been a fixture on the Raiders’ O-line since being drafted in 2018, starting nearly every game and consistently ranking among the league’s top tackles.
The Shock Factor
Rumors of contract tensions had simmered quietly during the offseason, but few anticipated such a dramatic and swift exit. According to league insiders, Miller and the Raiders’ front office had been in protracted negotiations over a contract extension. Talks reportedly broke down over guaranteed money and long-term security.
CONFIRMED: Las Vegas Raiders Offensive Tackle Kolton Miller Shocks NFL with Sudden Departure, Signs with Miami Dolphins Amid Contract Standoff.
“It escalated quickly,” said an anonymous team source. “One moment we were trying to get a deal done, the next, he was heading to Miami.”
New Beginnings in South Florida
The Miami Dolphins, meanwhile, wasted no time locking down their new star, offering Miller a four-year deal worth a reported $92 million, including $58 million guaranteed. The Dolphins have been aggressive in upgrading their offensive line to better protect star quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and boost their playoff aspirations.
“Kolton is a game-changer,” said Dolphins GM Chris Grier. “We’re thrilled to bring his talent and leadership to Miami. This is a major step forward for our team.”
Reactions Pour In
Current and former teammates took to social media to express disbelief and well-wishes. Raiders quarterback Aidan O’Connell tweeted, “Still in shock. Kolton was more than a teammate — he was a brother. Wishing him nothing but success.”
NFL analysts also weighed in, with ESPN’s Adam Schefter calling it “one of the most surprising free agency shifts in recent memory.”
What’s Next for the Raiders?
The Raiders now face the daunting task of replacing one of the league’s most reliable blindside protectors. The team is reportedly exploring trade options and could look to the upcoming supplemental draft or free agency for reinforcements.
Fans in Las Vegas are left wondering how a team with playoff hopes could lose such a key piece without a contingency plan in place.
Kolton Miller’s move to Miami not only alters the landscape of both franchises but also serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of NFL business. As training camps approach, all eyes will be on both Miller and the Raiders — one charting a new course in Miami, the other trying to recover from a devastating loss.
