86 days till Dolphins season opener: Every player to wear No. 86 for Miami
The Miami Dolphins will open their 2023 campaign against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium on Sept. 10, which is now 86 days away.
Until the opening kickoff of the season, we’ll be counting down each day by remembering the players who have worn each specific jersey number.
No. 86 is currently worn by wide receiver Braylon Sanders, who joined the team as an undrafted free agent following the conclusion of the 2022 draft. He spent the entirety of his rookie season on the practice squad, but he was elevated for three games, recording two catches for 17 yards.
There are a few memorable players who have donned the number in the past.
With 86 days until their Week 1 battle, here’s a look at every player to ever wear No. 86 for the Dolphins (via Pro Football Reference):
WR Braylon Sanders: 2022-Present
WR Mack Hollins: 2019-22
TE Mike Gesicki: 2018
TE Jake Stoneburner: 2015
WR Rishard Matthews: 2012
TE John Nalbone: 2010
TE Mickey Shuler: 2010
WR Marty Booker: 2004-07
WR Oronde Gadsden: 1998-2003
WR Qadry Ismail: 1997
TE Eric Green: 1995
WR Fred Banks: 1987-93
George Farmer: 1987
TE John Chesley: 1984
TE/OT Ronnie Lee: 1979-82
WR Freddie Solomon: 1975-77
WR Marlin Briscoe: 1972-74
DE Vern Den Herder: 1971
DE Mel Branch: 1966-68
