The Miami Dolphins announced on Mar. 12 that they have signed edge rusher Josh Uche as an unrestricted free agent.
Uche brings experience from six seasons in the National Football League, having played for New England, Kansas City, and Philadelphia. His addition is expected to strengthen the Dolphins’ defensive lineup.
Over his career, Uche has appeared in 76 games with four starts. He has recorded 105 tackles, including 77 solo tackles, along with 21.5 sacks, one pass defensed, two forced fumbles, and one fumble recovery. Uche also participated in a postseason game with New England during the 2021 season.
Uche entered the league as a second-round pick (60th overall) by New England in the 2020 NFL Draft after playing college football at Michigan from 2016 to 2019. At Michigan, he appeared in 39 games with nine starts and earned second-team All-Big Ten honors in his final year. During his collegiate career, he totaled 56 tackles (39 solo), 16.5 sacks, three passes defensed, four forced fumbles, and one fumble recovery.
A native of South Florida and graduate of Columbus High School in Miami, Uche returns to play professionally near his hometown.
