A number of injury developments regarding the Miami Dolphins arose during the team’s practice on Friday ahead of Monday’s clash against the Los Angeles Rams.
For one, cornerback Cam Smith seemingly suffered a knee injury during the portion of practice that was available to the media. He reportedly got looked at by team trainers and was seen testing his knee by bouncing around and running in place.
While the development likely caused some concern, Smith himself has since said that he is fine.
Miami Dolphins CB Cam Smith went down during media viewing portion of Friday practice. He grabbed his left knee, walked off and trainers are examining him.
— David Furones (@DavidFurones_) November 8, 2024
Smith was testing the knee w/trainers, running in place and bouncing around, as media left practice https://t.co/WGR1Q7c85V
— Chris Perkins (@chrisperk) November 8, 2024
Dolphins CB Cam Smith said he is fine after little practice scare.
— Joe Schad (@schadjoe) November 8, 2024
He was still out there at the end of drills on the walk to locker room for interviews. So good sign. https://t.co/iRn8QuFnzu
— David Furones (@DavidFurones_) November 8, 2024
Smith has appeared in two straight games for the Dolphins after he missed several games to start the season due to a hamstring injury.
Meanwhile, offensive tackle Austin Jackson, who is dealing with a knee injury, did not participate in practice on Friday after he sat out Thursday’s practice as well.
Wide receiver Tyreek Hill was also not seen at practice on Friday, but that doesn’t necessarily mean he’s dealing with an injury. It could have been a simple rest day or a personal absence.
Jackson and Hill have both started all eight games for the Dolphins this season.
Austin Jackson (knee) was not seen during media viewing at a second straight practice before Rams game.
Tyreek Hill also not seen, but he’s not on injury report. Could be rest/personal.
Jevon Holland appears to be doing some limited practice participation.
— David Furones (@DavidFurones_) November 8, 2024
If Jackson can’t play, the Dolphins could turn to offensive tackle Kendall Lamm on Monday.
Dolphins starting RT Austin Jackson (knee) was not seen by reporters at practice on Friday.
Could be Kendall Lamm at RT at Rams on Monday Night Football.
— Joe Schad (@schadjoe) November 8, 2024
Some other practice notes were also provided on X.
Other 11/8 practice notes:
– No Tyreek, Dee Eskridge or Austin Jackson.
– Both Jevón Holland (hand/knee) and Emmanuel Ogbah (bicep) were working— c. isaiah smalls ii (@stclaudeii) November 8, 2024
Dolphins S Jevon Holland (knee/hand) says he is “TBD” and a “game time decision.” Jevon it’s a team effort, how he feels and trusting the professionals.
— Joe Schad (@schadjoe) November 8, 2024
Kader Kohou, who has been having a good year, said he's back from neck injury and good to go for Monday
— Barry Jackson (@flasportsbuzz) November 8, 2024
When it comes to Hill, his status could be nothing to worry about, but if doesn’t play in the matchup against the Rams, his absence will be felt. After all, following a rough patch earlier in the season, Hill has looked more like himself ever since quarterback Tua Tagovailoa returned to the field.
The Dolphins are 2-6 and desperately need a win in order to keep their playoff hopes alive. Their remaining margin for error is extremely slim, and they’re going to need to start building some momentum immediately. A win over the Rams would certainly be a step in the right direction for the struggling squad.
