The Miami Dolphins have released team captain and starting safety Bobby McCain, it was announced Thursday.
The Dolphins later made an addition to their secondary, agreeing to terms on a one-year contract with former New England Patriots cornerback Jason McCourty, according to multiple reports.
McCain, a fifth-round draft pick by the Dolphins in 2015, had 46 tackles and an interception in 2020. In his six seasons with the team, he had 7 interceptions, 4 sacks and a forced fumble.
McCain, who was due a $6.4 million non-guaranteed salary this season, started 55 of 87 games for the Dolphins.