Miami Dolphins Inactives For Week 2

Analysis

The Miami Dolphins will be without several key players for their Week 2 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. The team announced on Saturday that wide receivers Jaylen Waddle and Cedrick Wilson Jr., cornerback Byron Jones, and safety Brandon Jones will all be inactive for the game. Waddle is dealing with a groin injury that he suffered in the team's Week 1 loss to the New England Patriots. Wilson is also nursing a groin injury, while Byron Jones is out with an ankle injury. Brandon Jones is dealing with a knee injury. The absences of Waddle and Wilson will be a major blow to the Dolphins' passing attack. Waddle is the team's leading receiver, and Wilson was expected to be a key contributor in the slot. Byron Jones is one of the team's best cornerbacks, and his absence will leave a big hole in the secondary. Brandon Jones is a versatile safety who can play both free and strong safety. The Dolphins will need to find a way to replace the production of these four players if they want to have a chance to beat the Ravens. Wide receiver Tyreek Hill will need to have a big game, and running back Raheem Mostert will need to be productive in both the running and passing games. The defense will need to step up and make some big plays in order to slow down the Ravens' offense.

Injury Updates

In addition to the four players who have been ruled out, the Dolphins also have several other players who are dealing with injuries. Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is dealing with a back injury, but he is expected to play. Running back Myles Gaskin is also dealing with a back injury, but he is also expected to play. Tight end Mike Gesicki is dealing with an ankle injury, and he is questionable for the game. Defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah is dealing with a back injury, and he is also questionable for the game. The Dolphins will need to monitor the status of these players throughout the week to see if they will be able to play against the Ravens.

Outlook

The Dolphins are a 10.5-point underdog against the Ravens, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. The Ravens are a much more experienced team, and they have a lot of talent on both sides of the ball. The Dolphins will need to play their best game of the season if they want to have a chance to win.