The Dolphins find themselves in need of a kicker for the start of the campaign. In addition to today’s roster cuts, the team is in the process of seeking out a temporary Jason Sanders fill-in. 
As Sanders recovers from a hip injury, another veteran has received a look. Miami hosted Eddy Pineiro today for a workout, NFL insider Jordan Schultz reports. He is among the top options still on the market at the kicker position.
Sanders has not missed a game in his seven-year Dolphins career. With a reported recovery timeline of four to five weeks, though, an absence spanning at least a few regular season contests will be in store. Miami is thus in need of an expereinced contributor capable of handling kicking duties in September. Pineiro would certainly fit the bill as a veteran of 70 games.
The former Bear and Jet worked as the Panthers’ kicker from 2022-24. Over that span, he connected on 80 of 90 field goal attempts – including eight of 11 kicks from beyond 50 yards. Pineiro missed seven extra point attempts with Carolina, something which informed the team’s decision to move on this offseason. Still, he would be expected to serve as an effective kicking option provided a deal gets struck.
Of course, a strong showing with the Dolphins would be key in helping Pineiro land another gig for 2025 once Sanders – who is under contract for another two years – is healthy. Miami will likely wait until cuts are finished and the process of forming its practice squad takes place beginning tomorrow before a signing takes place. If no agreement is reached following this workout, the Dolphins will need to look elsewhere on the free agent market.