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Dolphins | Dee Eskridge battling toe injury Mon Dec 22, 09:07 PM
Miami Dolphins WR Dee Eskridge (toe) left the Week 16 game against the Cincinnati Bengals due to a toe injury. Head coach Mike McDaniel said he still needed more information on Eskridge's prognosis, so his status for Week 17 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers remains unclear.
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Miami Dolphins OG James Daniels (pectoral) is unlikely to play in the final two games of the regular season, head coach Mike McDaniel indicated Monday, Dec. 22. He suffered a pectoral injury in Week 1, and he has been on the Reserve/Injured list ever since.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins S Minkah Fitzpatrick (calf) is still considered week-to-week ahead of the Week 17 game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, according to head coach Mike McDaniel on Monday, Dec. 22. While the coach isn't optimistic about Fitzpatrick playing Sunday, he said 'there's a reason why we haven't shut him down.'
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Miami Dolphins WR Theo Wease reverted back to the practice squad Monday, Dec. 22, after being on the active roster for the Week 16 game.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins LB Jordyn Brooks recorded five solo tackles and 14 total tackles during the Week 16 game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
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Miami Dolphins WR Cedrick Wilson caught one pass for 11 yards against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 16. He was targeted one time during the game.
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Miami Dolphins WR Theo Wease caught two passes for 32 yards against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 16. He was targeted four times during the game.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins TE Darren Waller caught three passes for 40 yards against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 16. He was targeted five times during the game.
| Footballguys view: Waller's start against the tight end-challenged Bengals defense was highly awaited after his big garbage time performance against the Steelers last week. This week, new starting quarterback Quinn Ewers spread the ball around and Waller split the tight end production with Greg Dulcich, so he wasn't a strong Week 16 play. Waller will only be a desperation play for Week 17 against Tampa. |
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Miami Dolphins TE Greg Dulcich caught three passes for 46 yards against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 16 but did lose a fumble during the game. He was targeted three times during the game.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins WR Jaylen Waddle caught five passes for 72 yards against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 16. He was targeted nine times during the game.
| Footballguys view: Waddle ended up being a solid PPR play with a rookie third string starting quarterback. The matchup against the Bengals defense helped, but Waddle showed enough with Quinn Ewers throwing the ball to be in fantasy championship lineups against the Bucs next week. |
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Miami Dolphins RB Ollie Gordon II rushed for negative one yard on one carry against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 16.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins WR Malik Washington rushed for nine yards and one touchdown on one carry against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 16. He also caught one pass for 23 yards during the game.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins RB Jaylen Wright rushed for 35 yards and one touchdown on nine carries against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 16. He also caught one pass for 18 yards during the game.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins RB De'Von Achane rushed for 81 yards and one touchdown on 15 carries against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 16. He also caught three passes for nine yards during the game.
| Footballguys view: The quarterback switch to Quinn Ewers didn't affect Achane's fantasy bottom line. He had an early 48-yard touchdown run against a suspect Bengals run defense to key yet another RB1 level fantasy stat line. The Bucs run defense was stout against the Panthers in Week 16, but Achane will surely be in a lot of fantasy championship lineups as the lone bright spot during a rough season for the Dolphins offense. |
Miami Dolphins QB Quinn Ewers went 20-for-30 for 260 yards, zero touchdowns and two interceptions against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 16. He also rushed for five yards on two carries during the game.
| Footballguys view: One of the interceptions was tipped by a defender and the other was a 50-50 ball for Jaylen Waddle. The Dolphins did score three touchdowns on offense, but all came on running plays. Ewers was better than some of the other unlikely Week 16 starting quarterbacks and will be a live desperation QB2/Superflex play against the Bucs in Week 17. |
Miami Dolphins WR Dee Eskridge (toe) suffered a toe injury during the Week 16 game and has been ruled out.
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Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa has been declared inactive for the Week 16 game but will serve as the emergency No. 3 quarterback.
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The Miami Dolphins have declared OL Kendall Lamm, WR Tahj Washington, QB Tua Tagovailoa, DT Matthew Butler, S Minkah Fitzpatrick, WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine and CB Isaiah Johnson inactive for Week 16.
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Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel appears likely to return to the organization for 2026, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero. He had signed a contract extension in August 2024 which runs through the end of the 2028 season.
| Footballguys view: A few weeks ago it was reported that some believed McDaniel was saving his job with the recent winning streak, and it appears they were correct. There have also been reports that we should not expect Tua Tagovailoa to play for the Dolphins again, so this is setting up an interesting open-ended question of who the Dolphins quarterback will be next season. |
Miami Dolphins C Andrew Meyer (triceps) and PK Jason Sanders (hip) have been ruled out for the Week 16 game.
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Miami Dolphins practice squad WR Theo Wease was elevated to the active roster Saturday, Dec. 20, and will be available for the Week 16 game.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins CB Elijah Campbell (ankle, knee) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Saturday, Dec. 20.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins PK Jason Sanders (hip) will not be activated from the Reserve/Injured list in time for Week 16's game versus the Cincinnati Bengals, according to head coach Mike McDaniel. He had been listed as questionable on the injury report after logging three limited practice sessions during the week.
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Miami Dolphins S Minkah Fitzpatrick (calf) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 19, and has been ruled out for Week 16. LB Jordyn Brooks (foot, knee), CB Elijah Campbell (ankle, knee), CB Isaiah Johnson (knee) and PK Jason Sanders (hip) were limited during practice and are listed as questionable. C Andrew Meyer (triceps) fully participated in practice but is listed as questionable. RB De'Von Achane (ribs), OT Larry Borom (illness), LS Joe Cardona (hamstring), CB Rasul Douglas (foot), LB Cameron Goode (knee), RB Ollie Gordon II (ankle), DT Kenneth Grant (shoulder), S Ifeatu Melifonwu (groin, thumb) and TE Darren Waller (knee) fully participated in practice and are not on the injury report.
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Miami Dolphins TE Darren Waller (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 19, and is not on the injury report for Week 16.
| Footballguys view: Waller could serve as a primary target for Quinn Ewers, who is making his first NFL start. The Bengals have been vulnerable to opposing tight ends this year, giving Waller appealing upside. However, he ranks as our TE17 this week, placing him at the back end of the streaming discussion. |
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Miami Dolphins RB Ollie Gordon II (ankle) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 19, and is not on the injury report for Week 16.
| Footballguys view: Gordon's fantasy relevance has evaporated as Jaylen Wright has steadily become more involved. He's droppable in most formats and only worth a stash in dynasty leagues. |
Miami Dolphins RB De'Von Achane (ribs) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 19, and is not on the injury report for Week 16.
| Footballguys view: Achane played through an injury last week and practiced despite it leading up to this game. He is a high-end RB1 this week against the Bengals, even with Quinn Ewers starting. |
Miami Dolphins LB Jordyn Brooks (foot, knee), S Minkah Fitzpatrick (calf) and CB Isaiah Johnson (knee) did not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 18. CB Elijah Campbell (ankle, knee), DT Kenneth Grant (shoulder), PK Jason Sanders (hip) and TE Darren Waller (knee) were limited during practice. RB De'Von Achane (ribs), OT Larry Borom (illness), LS Joe Cardona (hamstring), CB Rasul Douglas (foot), LB Cameron Goode (knee), RB Ollie Gordon II (ankle), S Ifeatu Melifonwu (groin, thumb) and C Andrew Meyer (triceps) fully participated in practice.
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Rasul Douglas player page
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Miami Dolphins RB Ollie Gordon II (ankle) fully participated in practice Thursday, Dec. 18.
| Footballguys view: The rookie has been a good reserve for the Dolphins this year when healthy. He's got the capability of giving the team quality reps as a backup to De'Von Achane. In fact, Gordon can get it done near pay dirt and might sneak into the end zone against a soft Bengals defense in Week 16. |
Miami Dolphins RB De'Von Achane (ribs) fully participated in practice Thursday, Dec. 18.
| Footballguys view: Great news for the Dolphins and Fantasy GMs here. With Quinn Ewers in at quarterback, expect them to have a run-heavy gameplan. Against a soft Bengals defense, Achane is a must-start RB1 for Fantasy GMs out there. |
Miami Dolphins TE Darren Waller (knee) was limited during practice Thursday, Dec. 18.
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The Miami Dolphins signed LB Jackson Woodard off the Houston Texans' practice squad Wednesday, Dec. 17.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins LB Jordyn Brooks (foot, knee), CB Elijah Campbell (ankle, knee), S Minkah Fitzpatrick (calf) and CB Isaiah Johnson (knee) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 17. DT Kenneth Grant (shoulder), PK Jason Sanders (hip) and TE Darren Waller (knee) were limited during practice. RB De'Von Achane (ribs), OT Larry Borom (illness), LS Joe Cardona (hamstring), CB Rasul Douglas (foot), LB Cameron Goode (knee), RB Ollie Gordon II (ankle), S Ifeatu Melifonwu (groin, thumb) and C Andrew Meyer (triceps) fully participated in practice. The Dolphins only held a walkthrough Wednesday, so the report is an estimation.
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Ifeatu Melifonwu player page
Miami Dolphins RB Ollie Gordon II (ankle) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Dec. 17. The Dolphins only held a walkthrough Wednesday, so this is an estimation.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins RB De'Von Achane (ribs) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Dec. 17. The Dolphins only held a walkthrough Wednesday, so this is an estimation.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins TE Darren Waller (knee) was limited during practice Wednesday, Dec. 17. The Dolphins only held a walkthrough Wednesday, so this is an estimation.
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Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa will serve as the team's emergency No. 3 quarterback in Week 16 with QB Zach Wilson being the primary backup during the game, according to head coach Mike McDaniel.
| Footballguys view: Quinn Ewers gets to start in Week 16 against the Bengals. The Dolphins have gone with a run-heavy offense while Tagovailoa has been struggling. Expect that to be the case with the rookie QB Ewers getting the start. |
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Zach Wilson player page
Miami Dolphins LB Matt Judon was released Wednesday, Dec. 17.
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Miami Dolphins QB Quinn Ewers was named the starting quarterback for Week 16 as QB Tua Tagovailoa has been benched.
| Footballguys view: Tagovailoa has been one of the most inefficient quarterbacks in all of football, so it's no surprise (especially after that game against the Steelers) this move is being made. There's a whopping $56.4 million cap hit in 2026, so Tagovailoa is likely sticking around whether or not he's starting. Ewers is a seventh-round pick (2025) out of Texas, and he looked good in the preseason. Expect a run-heavy offensive gameplan, which is something they've been doing recently anyway. |
Tua Tagovailoa player page
Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said, 'Everything is on the table,' when asked about considering a change at the quarterback position from Tua Tagovailoa.
| Footballguys view: Tagovailoa was 6-of-10 for 65 yards and an interception through the first three quarters of Monday's 28-15 loss in Pittsburgh. He threw a pair of touchdowns and padded his stats once the team was down 28-3 in the fourth quarter, but the overall performance was a disappointing one, and the loss ended the Dolphins' chances of making it to the postseason. McDaniel said that he will spend the coming hours "trying to determine who gives us the best chance to win" and said he expects to have a decision on Wednesday. Zach Wilson and Quinn Ewers are the other quarterback options in Miami. |
Tua Tagovailoa player page
Miami Dolphins LB Tyrel Dodson had 10 tackles, including eight solo, against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 15.
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Miami Dolphins LB Jordyn Brooks had 13 tackles (seven solo), a sack, and a pass defensed versus the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 15.
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Miami Dolphins TE Darren Waller had seven receptions, 66 yards, and a pair of touchdowns in a Week 15 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was targeted a game-high eight times.
| Footballguys view: As CBSSports.com noted, Waller led the team in receptions and targets, and he was just a yard behind De'Von Achane for the team lead in receiving yards. Waller also was on the receiving end of both of Tua Tagovailoa's touchdown passes, recording six- and 13-yard scoring grabs in the fourth quarter. Waller has been productive and displayed a knack for the end zone on the rare occasions he's been healthy this season, and he'll head into a highly favorable Week 16 home matchup against the Bengals. |
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Miami Dolphins WR Malik Washington caught his lone target for 10 yards versus the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 15.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins WR Jaylen Waddle managed just two receptions (on four targets) for 26 yards in a Week 15 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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Miami Dolphins RB Jaylen Wright had a two-yard run and a nine-yard reception in his only two touches against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 15.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins RB De'Von Achane ran the ball 12 times for 60 yards versus the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 15. Achane also caught six passes (on six targets) for a team-high 67 yards in the loss.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa completed 22 of 28 passes for 254 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception versus the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 15.
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Miami Dolphins S Minkah Fitzpatrick (calf) suffered a calf injury in the Week 15 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, and he was unable to return.
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Miami Dolphins RB Ollie Gordon II (ankle) left the Week 15 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the second quarter due to an ankle injury. He is questionable to return.
| Footballguys view: Gordon had not found much success on the ground with limited carries early against the Steelers. He had two carries for 0 yards at the time of his injury. |

































