Dolphins release Van Noy after failing to find trade partner

The Miami Dolphins announced the release of linebacker Kyle Van Noy on Wednesday.

The Dolphins had reportedly been looking to find a trade partner for the veteran.

Van Noy's release will save the team $9.7 million in salary-cap space, according to ESPN's Cameron Wolfe.

Van Noy recorded 69 tackles and six sacks in 2020, forcing and recovering two fumbles in his lone season with Miami. He followed former New England Patriots coordinator and current Dolphins head coach Brian Flores to Miami and said last week he was "surprised and disappointed" to learn of his impending release, particularly after playing through a hip injury during the season.

"I was brought there to be a leader, and I know my teammates looked up to and respected me," he said. "I am looking forward to making an impact on my next team, on and off the field."

The soon-to-be 30-year-old will be looking to join his fourth team in six seasons.

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