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Jeff Hafley on what he loved most about Jacob Rodriguez’s 18-tackle game

Jacob Rodriguez’s 18 tackles gave the Miami Dolphins a standout individual performance Sunday. For Jeff Hafley, the rookie’s work before the snap was just as encouraging. After Miami’s 15-10 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, Hafley singled out how effectively Rodriguez…

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 11:24 PM
Jeff Hafley on what he loved most about Jacob Rodriguez’s 18-tackle game
Key Things to Know
  • Jeff Hafley praised rookie Jacob Rodriguez's communication and pre-snap adjustments during his 18-tackle game.
  • The Minnesota Vikings defeated the Miami Dolphins 15-10, scoring exclusively on five field goals.
  • Rodriguez set a Dolphins franchise rookie single-game record with 18 tackles, reaching 46 on the season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley praised rookie linebacker Jacob Rodriguez for his on-field communication and pre-snap adjustments during an 18-tackle performance against the Minnesota Vikings. Despite Miami's 15-10 loss on Sunday, Hafley highlighted how effectively the rookie relayed critical instructions late into the play clock while holding Minnesota to five field goals.

Rodriguez's 18 tackles set a franchise rookie single-game record and brought his season total to 46, ranking second across the NFL. Zach Sieler added two sacks, while Chop Robinson and Josh Uche recorded one each as the Dolphins dropped to 0-4.

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