Posted on Jan 01
Dolphins prepare for Tyler Huntley to start against Jets as Tua Tagovailoa recovers
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Dolphins prepare Tyler Huntley as potential starter against Jets due to Tua Tagovailoa's hip injury.
Why it matters: The Dolphins playoff hopes hinge on their upcoming game against the Jets, and a win combined with a Denver Broncos loss would secure them a playoff berth.
What's new: Tyler Huntley started in place of Tagovailoa in the previous game against the Browns, delivering an impressive performance with both his arm and legs.
Yes, but: While Huntley is expected to take a majority of the first-team snaps at practice, there is still a possibility of Tagovailoa playing if his hip injury improves by the end of the week.
What to watch: Keep an eye on Tagovailoa's progress throughout the week and whether he will be cleared to play against the Jets.
- Coach McDaniel on approaching the situation: "I'm approaching it as if I think [Huntley is] starting today. As a team, I think it's very easy for us to adjust as the week progresses."
- Coach McDaniel on Tagovailoa's injury: "Team doctors advised me that it was not safe at all for him to play. He wanted to play through the pain, but we had to prioritize his health and safety."
- Coach McDaniel on Huntley taking first-team snaps: "Tyler will take a majority of the first-team snaps this week."
What's next: The Dolphins are focused on preparing Huntley for the potential start against the Jets while closely monitoring Tagovailoa's recovery.
The bottom line: Miami's playoff aspirations rely on the performance of Tyler Huntley, who has shown promise in his previous outing but faces the challenge of leading the team to victory against the Jets.