Cole Turner

Nicolas "Cole" Turner (born March 16, 2000) is an American professional football tight end for the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Nevada Wolf Pack as a wide receiver before switching to tight end his senior season. Turner was selected by the Washington Commanders in the fifth round of the 2022 NFL draft.

Early life Turner was born on March 16, 2000, in Clackamas, Oregon. He attended Clackamas High School, where he was a two-sport athlete in football and basketball. He helped lead his football team to three consecutive conference titles and a state championship in 2017.

Professional career

Washington Commanders Turner was drafted by the Washington Commanders in the fifth round (149th overall) of the 2022 NFL draft and signed his four-year rookie contract on May 6, 2022.

On August 27, 2024, Turner was waived by the Commanders as part of final roster cuts and joined their practice squad the following day. On January 28, 2025, Turner signed a reserve/future contract with the Commanders.

On August 26, 2025, Turner was waived by the Commanders as part of final roster cuts.

Tennessee Titans On December 9, 2025, Turner signed with the Tennessee Titans' practice squad.

Miami Dolphins On January 9, 2026, Turner signed a reserve/futures contract with the Miami Dolphins. He was waived/injured on August 26, 2026 and was placed on injured reserve the next day after going unclaimed.

Personal life Turner's given name is Nicolas but has preferred going by Cole since childhood. His father Kelly Turner played tight end for Purdue from 1987 to 1990.