Rookie LB Gets Green Dot in NFL | Texas Tech Red Raiders Football News

Rookie Miami Dolphins linebacker Jacob Rodriguez just earned the elite defensive green-dot role — the only rookie in the entire NFL to get it for Week 1 of the 2026 season. With play calls coming straight from the coaches through his helmet, he’s trusted to lead the defense on game day. A standout at Texas Tech — where he was a Heisman finalist and started as a QB — Rodriguez brings elite instincts and relentless work ethic. Head coach Jeff Hafley is thrilled to see him thrive under pressure, and with fellow Red Raider Jordyn Brooks and Caleb Douglas also on the roster, Texas Tech fans have plenty to cheer for this season as Miami opens against the Raiders. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6db13f546f5a9605