1 week Ago By Athlon Sports
After going unselected in the 2025 NFL Draft, Arkansas redshirt senior Andrew Armstrong has found his next opportunity. The Miami Dolphins announced they have signed the former Razorback wide receiver as an undrafted free agent, giving Armstrong a chance to continue his football career at the professional level.Armstrong joins a competitive Miami receiver group, bringing size, production, and developmental potential to the roster as he works to carve out a role.
Congrats to @DrewBandz3 on signing with the @MiamiDolphins! #ProHogs đ pic.twitter.com/7iFgDqCloyâ Arkansas Razorback Football (@RazorbackFB) April 26, 2025A Reliable Target at ArkansasArmstrong began his college career at Texas A&M-Commerce before transferring to Arkansas ahead of the 2023 season.
Over two seasons in Fayetteville, he started all 23 games and became a key piece of the Razorbacks' offense. Armstrong totaled 134 receptions for 1,904 yards and six touchdowns during his time with the program.His 2024 season was particularly strong, as he earned First-Team All-SEC honors after leading the team with 78 catches for 1,140 yards.
Despite his production, Armstrong did not hear his name called during the draft, a reflection of concerns about his overall athletic profile and separation ability at the next level.Arkansas WR Andrew Armstrong is signing with the Miami Dolphins as a UDFA. pic.
twitter.com/nEaqfN6Qy6â FL Teams (@FLTeams) April 26, 2025Strengths and Areas for GrowthAt 6-foot-4 and 202 pounds, Armstrong offers ideal size for an NFL receiver and posted a Relative Athletic Score (RAS) of 8.58, placing him well above average among wideouts historically.
His NFL Combine performance earned him a 73 athleticism score from NFL Next Gen Stats, ranking 24th among receivers in his class.However, scouting reports point to areas in need of improvement. NFL analyst Lance Zierlein described Armstrong as a "long-limbed, tight-hipped wideout" who struggles with quickness out of breaks and consistent separation.
His prospect grade of 5.94 projects him as an "average backup or special-teams player," suggesting that he will need to earn his spot through development and versatility.đ¨ Miami Dolphins are signing UDFA WR Andrew Armstrong.
(@AryePulliNFL)Armstrong led the SEC in receptions and receiving yards in 2024. #PhinsUppic.twitter.
com/sjzFTPL8Trâ FinsXtra (@FinsXtra) April 26, 2025Opportunity Awaits in MiamiWhile Armstrong faces a steep climb to secure a place on the Dolphins' 53-man roster, the signing represents a low-risk investment for Miami. His size and ball skills could give him a chance to contribute in specialized roles, such as a red zone target or depth option.For Armstrong, joining a playoff-caliber team like the Dolphins presents an opportunity to grow and prove his college production can translate to the NFL level.
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