Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa's hip injury raises concerns about his playing status, but surgery is not immediately planned.

Why it matters: Tagovailoa's absence could impact the Dolphins' chances of securing a playoff berth in their regular-season finale against the New York Jets.

• The lack of strength resulting from the injury makes Tagovailoa vulnerable to further harm and hampers his ability to protect himself and his teammates.
• Backup QB Tyler Huntley stepped up with an impressive performance in Tagovailoa's place against the Cleveland Browns.

What's new: Despite ongoing negotiations, no surgery has been scheduled for Tagovailoa's hip injury at this time.

Yes, but: It remains uncertain whether Tagovailoa will be able to play in the crucial game against the Jets, which will determine the Dolphins' postseason fate.

What to watch: Keep an eye on Tagovailoa's progress leading up to the game and any updates on his availability.

• The Dolphins can secure a playoff spot with a victory over the Jets and a Denver Broncos loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.

Quote: "The main thing was that he not only was super susceptible to a much more significant injury based upon that injury if he were to fall in harm's way, but a major factor was the lack of strength due to the injury and his inability as we forecast to protect himself and his teammates within the pocket doing the things that he normally has to do." - Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel

What's next: The Dolphins will continue to monitor Tagovailoa's condition and make a decision regarding his participation in the regular-season finale.

The bottom line: While Huntley's strong performance provides some reassurance, the Dolphins would undoubtedly prefer to have Tagovailoa leading their offense in such a critical game.

Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa's hip injury raises concerns about his playing status, but surgery is not immediately planned.

Why it matters: Tagovailoa's absence could impact the Dolphins' chances of securing a playoff berth in their regular-season finale against the New York Jets.

• The lack of strength resulting from the injury makes Tagovailoa vulnerable to further harm and hampers his ability to protect himself and his teammates.
• Backup QB Tyler Huntley stepped up with an impressive performance in Tagovailoa's place against the Cleveland Browns.

What's new: Despite ongoing negotiations, no surgery has been scheduled for Tagovailoa's hip injury at this time.

Yes, but: It remains uncertain whether Tagovailoa will be able to play in the crucial game against the Jets, which will determine the Dolphins' postseason fate.

What to watch: Keep an eye on Tagovailoa's progress leading up to the game and any updates on his availability.

• The Dolphins can secure a playoff spot with a victory over the Jets and a Denver Broncos loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.

Quote: "The main thing was that he not only was super susceptible to a much more significant injury based upon that injury if he were to fall in harm's way, but a major factor was the lack of strength due to the injury and his inability as we forecast to protect himself and his teammates within the pocket doing the things that he normally has to do." - Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel

What's next: The Dolphins will continue to monitor Tagovailoa's condition and make a decision regarding his participation in the regular-season finale.

The bottom line: While Huntley's strong performance provides some reassurance, the Dolphins would undoubtedly prefer to have Tagovailoa leading their offense in such a critical game.