Dolphins rookie quarterback Skylar Thompson will begin Sunday’s regular-season finale in opposition to the New York Jets and veteran Teddy Bridgewater will function backup, if attainable, coach Mike McDaniel mentioned Friday.
Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) has been dominated out and hasn’t practiced as he’s nonetheless in concussion protocol, McDaniel mentioned.
Recently-signed quarterback Mike Glennon may be out there to function a backup or No. 3 quarterback on Sunday. Glennon must be elevated from the apply squad.
It’s unclear whether or not the Dolphins would hold each Bridgewater, who’s recovering from a dislocated little finger on his proper (throwing) hand, and Glennon on the lively game-day roster with Thompson because the starter.
In different damage information, Pro Bowl left deal with Terron Armstead (toe/hip/knee/pectoral) might be a game-day choice and be listed as questionable or uncertain on Friday’s damage report. McDaniel additionally mentioned Pro Bowl cornerback Xavien Howard (knee) and edge rusher Bradley Chubb (hand/ankle) will possible be listed as questionable on Friday’s damage report, however McDaniel mentioned he’s optimistic they’ll play.
Wide receiver/punt returner Cedrick Wilson Jr. (hip) is uncertain, opening the door for an additional punt returner similar to extensive receiver Tyreek Hill.
Armstead, Wilson and offensive deal with Kendall Lamm (ankle) weren’t on the portion of Friday’s apply media is allowed to look at.
The Jets will begin veteran quarterback Joe Flacco as a result of Mike White, who attended University School, is sidelined with a rib damage.
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