DeVante Parker doubtful vs. Texans with hamstring issue

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Dolphins HC Brian Flores: WR DeVante Parker doubtful vs. Texans following hamstring injury setback

By Victor Barbosa | Last updated Nov 5, 2021 1:19 PM ET

Miami Dolphins wide receiver DeVante Parker finally made it back into the lineup last time out after a four-week injury absence, but now the 28-year-old is likely looking at another contest spent on the sidelines.

Dolphins head coach Brian Flores told reporters on Friday that Parker suffered a setback to his hamstring injury that kept him limited in practice earlier this week, and the likelihood that he'll suit up in Week 9 is low.

Brian Flores said WR DeVante Parker had a setback and would be listed as doubtful for Sunday vs the Texans
— Marcel Louis-Jacques (@Marcel_LJ) November 5, 2021

Parker is far from the only player on the Miami offense who is currently banged up.

Brian Flores said WR DeVante Parker (hamstring) suffered a setback this week in practice and is doubtful to play Sunday vs. Texans. No Will Fuller either.

Tua Tagovailoa has a banged up finger on his throwing hand suffered vs. Bills, but Flores is optimistic that Tua will play.
— Cameron Wolfe (@CameronWolfe) November 5, 2021

While quarterback Tua Tagovailoa could play in the upcoming Sunday contest against the Houston Texans, wide receiver Will Fuller is still on injured reserve and hasn't played since week four.

Barring a tie, either the Texans or Dolphins will earn their second win of the season on Sunday. Both teams are currently 1-7.

Victor Barbosa

Victor Barbosa is a passionate follower of MLB, the NBA and NFL, with a deep interest in Boston-area teams. He graduated from Springfield College -- The Birthplace of Basketball -- in 2013 with a degree in Communications-Sports Journalism. Previous bylines include FanSided, Heavy and Syracuse

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