The Cleveland Browns are gearing up for their final home game of the 2024 season against the Miami Dolphins, aiming to recapture their winning spirit. Dorian Thompson-Robinson will lead the Browns as quarterback once again, despite a disappointing performance in Cincinnati last week. However, his task has become more challenging with key players like tight end David Njoku and wide receiver Cedric Tillman ruled out due to injuries. Additionally, defensive end Ogbo Okoronkwo will also miss the game, further depleting the Browns' roster. Jameis Winston, who was a question mark due to a shoulder injury, has been designated as the emergency third quarterback but will not be playing. This leaves Bailey Zappe to step in as the primary backup for Thompson-Robinson.

On the other side, the Miami Dolphins are facing their own injury woes as they head into Week 17. Starting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has been officially ruled out after struggling with a hip injury throughout the week. This opens the door for Tyler Huntley, a former Browns quarterback, to take the start against his old team. Huntley, too, will be without some of his key offensive weapons, as wide receiver Jaylen Waddle has also been ruled out after limited practice due to a knee injury. Miami's inactives list is extensive, including not only Waddle but also cornerbacks Kendall Fuller and Nik Needham, linebacker Anthony Walker, and others, marking a tough situation for both teams as they look to finish the season strong.