**Miami Dolphins Injury Update and Team News Ahead of Thursday’s Game Against Baltimore**
*Miami Gardens* – Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, who woke up Sunday morning with his left eye swollen shut, played the best game of his season in the team’s 34-10 victory over Atlanta. According to head coach Mike McDaniel, Tagovailoa is expected to be okay for this week’s Thursday night game against the Baltimore Ravens.
However, not all injury news is positive. Cornerback Storm Duck (knee), a projected starter entering the season who had just returned to action following an ankle injury sustained in the opener at Indianapolis, is out for the year, McDaniel confirmed.
In other injury developments:
– Wide receiver and kickoff returner Dee Eskridge (shoulder) is considered day-to-day.
– Safety Ashtyn Davis (quad) is also day-to-day after playing just one snap during the Atlanta game—the opening kickoff.
– Safeties Minkah Fitzpatrick (hand) and Rasul Douglas (shoulder), who sustained ailments during the Falcons game, are expected to be ready for the Ravens matchup.
When asked about whether Tagovailoa would receive medication during the week, McDaniel was non-specific, stating, “There’s medicines delivered by people that are responsible for that.”
Regarding other injured players, none of the following are expected to return this week as they remain on the physically unable to perform or injured reserve lists:
– Guard-center Liam Eichenberg (undisclosed)
– Right tackle Austin Jackson (toe)
– Center Andrew Meyer (elbow)
– Kicker Jason Sanders (hip)
– Cornerback Jason Marshall Jr. (hamstring)
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**Season Ticket Update: No Price Increase, Food Credit Offered**
The Dolphins officially launched their 2026 season ticket renewal campaign on Monday, bringing some good news for fans: there will be no ticket price increases. In fact, some ticket prices will see a modest decrease, while certain club seat season ticket holders will receive a $250 food and beverage credit for the season.
All 2026 season tickets will remain at 2025 prices, reinforcing the Dolphins organization’s commitment to its fan base. This move might surprise some, given that Dolphins owner Steve Ross has been criticized by a segment of fans for seemingly prioritizing other revenue-generating events at Hard Rock Stadium, such as the tennis tournament and the Formula 1 race.
However, the decision to maintain flat ticket pricing and offer food credits can be interpreted as a clear effort by Ross and the organization to prioritize and retain their core sports fans.
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**Running Back Trio Provides Balance for Dolphins**
Against Atlanta, the Dolphins utilized a trio of running backs effectively:
– Starter De’Von Achane carried the ball 18 times for 67 yards.
– Reserve Ollie Gordon II rushed 10 times for 46 yards.
– Jaylen Wright added nine carries for 28 yards.
Together, the group amassed 141 rushing yards on 37 carries.
Coach McDaniel praised the variety in ball carriers as a strategic advantage, noting the balanced attack with 37 runs and 32 passes.
“I think the biggest upside is the different ball carriers defenders have to tackle,” McDaniel said. “That’s underrated. You have a little change-up in just body makeup, size, conviction. It’s just a different target. It’s a difference in speed. It’s a different tackle in combination with having the player with the ball in his hands being as fresh as he can possibly be.”
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**Dolphins Face Toughest Stretch of Schedule**
The Dolphins now enter the segment of their schedule widely regarded as the toughest. Starting this week, Miami will host:
– Baltimore Ravens (2-5) this Thursday night
– Buffalo Bills (5-2) on November 9
– Washington Commanders (3-4) in Madrid, Spain on November 16
Miami has struggled against these teams recently:
– Against Baltimore, the Dolphins hold a 1-1 record in the McDaniel era, including a thrilling 42-38 comeback win in 2022 and a heavy 56-19 loss in 2023.
– The Dolphins are 1-7 against Buffalo with McDaniel as head coach and are currently on a seven-game losing streak versus the Bills, including a 31-21 loss earlier this season in Buffalo.
– While Miami has not played Washington during the McDaniel era, the Commanders overwhelmingly outperformed the Dolphins during joint practice in 2024. Quarterback Jayden Daniels, now Washington’s starter, notably excelled during a red-zone drill against Miami’s defense.
Additional notes on opponents:
– Baltimore quarterback Lamar Jackson (hamstring) has missed the past three games but is expected to return for Thursday’s matchup.
– Washington’s Jayden Daniels (knee) has missed two games this season and will sit out the Monday night game against Kansas City but could return for the Week 9 game against Seattle on November 2.
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With injuries stabilizing and a balanced offensive approach, the Dolphins prepare to challenge one of their most demanding stretches of the season starting this Thursday against the Ravens. Fans will be eager to see how Miami navigates these tests and whether the team can reverse recent struggles against tough opponents.
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