Miami and center Aaron Brewer have reached a new agreement on a three-year extension valued at $52.5 million, with $37 million guaranteed, according to an ESPN report released on Wednesday. The deal locks in one of the team’s most important interior linemen well ahead of the upcoming training camp.
Brewer had been entering the last year of his previous contract, which carried a base salary of $1.22 million despite his rise into one of the league’s most productive players at his position. Under the new arrangement, his average annual value will reach $17.5 million, placing him third among centers in the league behind Tyler Linderbaum of the Las Vegas Raiders and Creed Humphrey of the Kansas City Chiefs.
Journey from undrafted player to Miami mainstay
Originally an undrafted free agent out of Texas State, Brewer began his professional career with the Tennessee Titans in 2020 before eventually establishing himself with the Dolphins. Over the past two seasons in Miami, he has developed into a reliable presence on the offensive line, starting 33 of a possible 34 games.
At 28 years old, he has transitioned from a depth option into a consistent starter and a foundational piece for the team’s interior protection. His development has aligned with Miami’s effort to stabilize and strengthen key positions across the roster.
Performance metrics and league recognition
Brewer’s recent production has drawn strong analytical praise, including an 87.4 overall grade from Pro Football Focus, which ranked him second among all centers, trailing only Creed Humphrey. His efficiency included allowing just one sack and one quarterback hit over the most recent season.
Despite that level of performance, he was selected as a second-team All-Pro but did not receive a Pro Bowl nod, even though his play placed him among the top performers at his position. He was also a finalist for the inaugural Protector of the Year award.
Miami roster planning and core pieces
The extension reflects Miami’s broader roster-building approach, with Brewer identified as one of the players the franchise intends to build around. Running back De’Von Achane, who also secured an extension earlier in the spring, is mentioned alongside Brewer as part of that emerging core.
Linebacker Jordyn Brooks has been suggested as another potential priority in future planning as the organization continues reshaping its lineup. With Brewer’s deal completed, one of the team’s major offseason priorities has been resolved ahead of training camp.