Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Kenneth Grant is swapping his jersey number ahead of his second NFL season, hoping a fresh look on his back will translate into a bigger impact on the field.

Grant, selected 13th overall in the 2025 NFL Draft, will trade No. 90 for No. 78—the same number he wore during his standout college career at the University of Michigan. The number was previously worn by guard James Daniels, whose time in Miami was cut short by injury. For Grant, this change is a return to his roots: at Michigan, he earned third-team All-America honors in 2024 and was a two-time All-Big Ten selection in 2023 and 2024.

So, why the switch? After a rookie campaign that some around the league described as "underwhelming," Grant is looking to turn the page. His 2025 stat line—33 total tackles, two sacks, two tackles for loss, and five quarterback hits—showed flashes of potential but not the consistent dominance the Dolphins hoped for from a top-15 pick. The good news? His play trended upward as the season progressed, giving Miami fans reason to believe a sophomore surge is in the cards.

As the Dolphins gear up for rookie minicamp this weekend, all eyes will be on Grant to see if a new number can spark a breakout year. For a team that just restocked its roster under new general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan, a revitalized Grant could be the missing piece in the defensive trenches.