Malik Willis goes on IR. And Dolphins don’t make a trade.
Miami Herald • • sports
Key Points:
- The Miami Dolphins placed starting quarterback Malik Willis and defensive lineman Zach Sieler on injured reserve due to a core muscle injury and a torn biceps, respectively, with Willis expected to miss at least four weeks but not the entire season.
- Kyle McCord, recently acquired from Green Bay, is set to become the Dolphins' starting quarterback, while the team also auditioned quarterbacks Bailey Zappe and Austin Reed and may promote Brady Cook from the practice squad.
- McCord, who has not yet played in an NFL regular-season game, impressed the Dolphins with his college performance and preseason showing, and the team views him as a viable option moving forward.
- The Dolphins chose not to make any trades at the NFL deadline, retaining key veterans including Aaron Brewer, Jordyn Brooks, Austin Jackson, and Josh Uche, despite their 1-7 record.
- Miami will enter the offseason with nine draft picks, including high selections in the first round, and approximately $96 million in salary cap space, positioning them well for roster improvements.
