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His bond was set at $10,000. According to the Palm Beach Post, Misi is wanted for battery in California and was arrested at his home in Florida without incident. Check back later for an update on Misi’s status.

“The whole thing went dead and suddenly now charges are filed,” said agent Kenny Zuckerman. “Koa, his attorney and myself had no knowledge that they had been filed, and we don’t understand what’s going on.” Misi was arrested on a felony battery charge. Other than that, there are few details available.

Misi is also charged with residential burglary and dissuading a witness in Santa Barbara, California. He’s accused of breaking down the door of an apartment and beating up a 19-year-old man inside. The incident is believed to have stemmed from a fight earlier in the night.

The coaching staff and local media have hinted that new coordinator Kevin Coyle will flex between the 4-3 and the 3-4. Newly signed Gary Guyton is expected to battle holdover Koa Misi for the starting weak-side linebacker job this summer.

The coaches appreciate Misi’s cover skills and “knack” for being around the ball, but he simply doesn’t get to the passer enough to fill the edge rusher role. It’s still a peculiar move with Karlos Dansby and Kevin Burnett entrenched as starters, and the Dolphins still undecided on the scheme they will use as a base defense under new coordinator Kevin Coyle.

The extent of the shoulder injury is unknown, but it could have been minor to end his season with just two games left. The 40th overall pick in the 2010 draft, Misi has excelled as a run defender through two seasons, but struggles to bring pass rush. He managed just one sack in 12 games after posting 4.5 as a rookie. The new Dolphins coaching staff may want to give Misi a look as an inside linebacker. They need a better rusher on the edge.

The victim allegedly made “nasty comments” to Misi and a group of friends from an apartment balcony. Misi, then 24, broke down the door and slugged a 19-year-old man in the kisser. Misi also paid the man for medical expenses and agreed to 400 hours of community service. The incident occurred during the 2011 NFL lockout, so we’re guessing Misi won’t be facing any league discipline.

Misi is entering the final year of his rookie deal and has proven to be a solid run defender. However, he brings little to the table in coverage and is typically removed on third downs. Misi started 14 games in 2012, registering 65 tackles.

Misi’s felony battery charge was reduced to a misdemeanor. It means the run stopper won’t be facing league discipline during the final year of his rookie contract. The Palm Beach Post considers Misi an extension candidate, but we’d only expect the Dolphins to act if the terms are exceedingly team friendly.

Misi, 26, was entering the final year of his rookie deal. The 40th overall pick in the 2010 draft graded out as a top-ten 4-3 outside linebacker in Pro Football Focus’ rankings last season. Misi started 14 games and registered 65 tackles and 3.5 sacks. He’s a two-down player who struggles in coverage.