MIAMI GARDENS – The Miami Dolphins are putting beginning proper sort out Austin Jackson on short-term injured reserve after he damage his proper ankle in opposition to the Patriots.
Jackson will miss not less than 4 video games, together with Sunday’s matchup at Baltimore.
“It was kind of close,” Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel mentioned. “Like I’ve articulated, ankles are kind of finicky. But really, what we wanted to avoid after we took all consideration into effect was that we don’t want it to linger for the whole season.”
Greg Little is predicted to begin in Jackson’s place. McDaniel mentioned the crew is assured in Little, who he added has “made the most of all of his reps.”
Left sort out Terron Armstead (toe) remained restricted in Friday’s follow and is questionable for the sport. McDaniel mentioned his questionable standing may go all the way in which to recreation time Sunday, relying on how Armstead feels.
“He’s got a high pain tolerance, especially in games,″ McDaniel said. “He’s a type of guys that does a fantastic job in follow, however his spirit and vitality is totally different in video games as a result of he loves taking part in video games. And he is performed video games with worse accidents, however what we do not need to do is ready stuff again additional alongside within the season.”
The Dolphins have simply seven offensive linemen on their energetic roster. They may signal an offensive lineman or elevate one from the follow squad.