The Dolphins signed Rucci to a reserve/future contract Tuesday. Rucci had two separate stints on the Dolphins' practice squad during the 2024 regular season but did not appear in a single game. He was cut from the practice squad Dec. 24, but he'll stick around in Miami and be a part of the 90-man roster once the new league year begins March 12.
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Miami Dolphins
Birthdate
1/27/2001 (23)
Status
FRES
HT/WT
6'5", 247 lbs
Birthplace
Lititz, PA, USA
Position
TE
College
Wisconsin
Career History
Miami Dolphins
2024-Present
(1 season)
The Dolphins signed Rucci to a reserve/future contract Tuesday. Rucci had two separate stints on the Dolphins' practice squad during the 2024 regular season but did not appear in a single game. He was cut from the practice squad Dec. 24, but he'll stick around in Miami and be a part of the 90-man roster once the new league year begins March 12.
The Dolphins cut Rucci from the practice squad Tuesday. It's the second time Rucci has been let go from the Dolphins' practice squad this season. The undrafted rookie out of Wisconsin has not appeared in a regular-season game, and he'll look to catch on with a team that is in need of tight end depth on the practice squad.
Miami signed Rucci to its practice squad Wednesday. The Dolphins just cut Rucci from their practice squad three weeks ago, but they've now opted to bring him back aboard ahead of Week 11. After Tanner Conner (knee) was sent to injured reserve Wednesday, it makes some sense for Miami to explore depth options at tight end.
The Dolphins cut Rucci from their practice squad Wednesday. In a corresponding move, the team signed C.J. Beathard and Tarik Black to their practice Squad. Rucci will now look for another opportunity with a different team.
The Dolphins signed Rucci to the practice squad Thursday. Rucci signed with Miami in May as an undrafted free agent. The Wisconsin product entered training camp competing for a depth spot at tight end, but he was ultimately omitted from the 53-man roster. Rucci had a strong finish to the preseason, catching five passes (on six targets) for 44 yards and one touchdown against the Buccaneers on Friday. He'll stick around on the Dolphins' taxi squad and stay ready for a promotion to the active roster.
The Dolphins waived Rucci on Tuesday, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports. Rucci made a positive impression with Miami this offseason, but the undrafted rookie out of Wisconsin was always facing an uphill battle to secure a spot on the initial 53-man roster. He'll be a candidate to resurface on the Dolphins' practice squad and continue his development as a blocker.