New Players for the Falcons and Dolphins

May 9, 2026, 20:42
USSports

Introduction

The Atlanta Falcons and Miami Dolphins have new players. They are starting their 2026 practice camps.

Main Body

The Falcons have two quarterbacks. They are Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa. Both players use their left hand. Michael is hurt and needs time to get better. Two other new Falcons players are also hurt. They cannot play on the field. The team signed 14 more players to help the team. The Miami Dolphins have 24 new players. One player is Mason Reiger. He had health problems, so he did not get picked early. Now he is with the Dolphins.

Conclusion

Both teams want to help their new players learn. They are also helping hurt players get better.

Learning

💡 The 'To Be' Bridge

Look at how we describe people and teams in the text:

  • The Falcons have new players.
  • They are starting...
  • Michael is hurt.

The Rule: We use am/is/are to say what someone is or how they feel.

Examples from the text:

  • He is with the Dolphins. →\rightarrow (Location/Status)
  • Michael is hurt. →\rightarrow (Feeling/Condition)

🛠ī¸ Action Words (Present Simple)

When something is a fact or a habit, we keep the word simple:

  • Use →\rightarrow Players use their left hand.
  • Want →\rightarrow Both teams want to help.
  • Need →\rightarrow Michael needs time.

A2 Tip: If the person is just one person (He/She), add an -s to the action word:

  • The team wants...
  • He needs...

Vocabulary Learning

practice (n.)
The work or activity that a person does regularly to improve a skill.
Example:The Falcons have new players in their 2026 practice camps.
camps (n.)
Places where people stay for a short time for training or recreation.
Example:The team holds camps for young athletes every summer.
quarterback (n.)
A player who throws the ball to teammates and leads the offense in football.
Example:Michael Penix Jr. is a quarterback for the Falcons.
hurt (v.)
To cause pain or injury to someone.
Example:Two other new Falcons players are also hurt.
team (n.)
A group of people working together for a common goal.
Example:The Dolphins have a strong team of new players.
signed (v.)
To agree to a contract or agreement.
Example:The team signed 14 more players to help the team.
help (v.)
To give assistance or support to someone.
Example:Both teams want to help their new players learn.
learn (v.)
To acquire knowledge or skill through study or experience.
Example:They are also helping hurt players get better.
better (adj.)
In a more good or improved condition.
Example:Michael is hurt and needs time to get better.
health (n.)
The state of being free from illness or injury.
Example:Mason Reiger had health problems before joining the Dolphins.