As the Miami Dolphins prepare for their crucial Week 17 clash against the Cleveland Browns, they face significant challenges with injuries to key defensive players. Linebacker Anthony Walker Jr. and cornerback Kendall Fuller were notably absent from practice due to knee issues, alongside veteran safety Jordan Poyer, who is dealing with both knee and finger injuries. The Dolphins also missed tackle Terron Armstead in practice as he continues to recover from a knee injury.
The injury report for the Dolphins is extensive, with six players listed as limited participants during practice. Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, who has been on the injury report recently due to a hip issue, along with wide receivers Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, are among those managing injuries. While Tagovailoa was removed from the report last week and played effectively, the status of his health remains a concern as the playoffs approach.
On the other side, the Cleveland Browns are grappling with their own injury woes. Starting tight end David Njoku and defensive end Ogbo Okoronkwo were both sidelined during Thursday's practice. The Browns also placed defensive tackle Shelby Harris on injured reserve, further complicating their defensive strategy ahead of the game. Among the limited participants for Cleveland was left tackle Germain Ifedi, who recently added an Achilles injury to his list of concerns. The team is also monitoring the health of several other players, including quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson and wide receiver Jerry Jeudy, as they look to solidify their roster for the upcoming matchup.
