According to a report, the Miami Dolphins will likely be placing a key player on injured reserve.
Offensive lineman Michael Deiter is going on the shelf for a little while.
Dolphins coach Brian Flores Says Starting Center, Michael Deiter was injured at practice Wednesday, will be out Sunday vs the Colts and is likely to go on injured reserve
— Marcel Louis-Jacques (@Marcel_LJ) October 1, 2021
Deiter’s injury is a tough blow for the Dolphins. He’s guaranteed to miss at least three games.
Dolphins head coach Brian Flores explained that Deiter’s rehab process will determine whether or not he will return this season.
Flores said rehab process will determine when or if Deiter can play again this year. Out at least three games of course. https://t.co/DYlMp6sUAA
— Barry Jackson (@flasportsbuzz) October 1, 2021
Miami’s offensive line has struggled this season, and losing a key player like Deiter doesn’t make things any easier.
Flores offered some insight into how the team will replace the 25-year-old.
Greg Mancz, who the Dolphins traded for late in the summer, will start at center https://t.co/8EBk2Sh8ky
— Marcel Louis-Jacques (@Marcel_LJ) October 1, 2021
Miami’s offensive line unit will have to find a way to move forward despite the setback. At 1-2, the team can’t afford to lose many games while Deiter is out.
