Miami’s camp drama underscored a practice-first culture: Mike McDaniel sprinted in to separate a skirmish between Dee Eskridge and Kevin Byard, emphasizing that fights are a waste of time and the focus is on getting looks and getting home. James Daniels attributed the mood to competing, not clashing, with energy that can sharpen the Dolphins’ edge come preseason.

Minkah Fitzpatrick pushed back on relying on coaches to police every moment, noting the danger of injury and the value of players holding each other to a high standard. The episode also spotlighted Jordyn Brooks, whose energy and accountability drew praise even as his line to separation showed team discipline. Miami will carry the tone into Sunday’s preseason with Chicago.