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Miami Dolphins playoff chances take major blow with latest injury news

Originally posted on A to Z Sports | By Tyler Forness | Last updated Dec 28, 2024 1:47 PM ET

Injuries haven't been kind to the Miami Dolphins this season. They started out 2-5 before rebounding and getting to a record of 7-8 this season. The Dolphins are still alive for a playoff spot but will need a lot of help to get there.

Unfortunately, those playoff chances have taken a major blow. Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has been downgraded to doubtful with a hip injury on Saturday. In turn, the Dolphins have elevated quarterback Skylar Thompson from the practice squad and Tyler Huntley will start in Tagovailoa's place if he can't play

Dolphins are downgrading Tua Tagovailoa to doubtful for Sunday’s game at Cleveland due to a hip injury, per sources. Tagovailoa still is pushing to play Sunday, but if he can’t, Tyler Huntley would be in line to replace him. pic.twitter.com/jhNzzouK5F
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 28, 2024

It's a tough blow for the Dolphins, who desperately need a win to keep their playoff hopes alive. It's especially tough because of how poor the Dolphins looked without Tagovailoa in the lineup.

Tagovailoa got injured against the Buffalo Bills in week two and missed the next five games. In those games, the Dolphins went 1-4 and were outscored 109-67. The offense looked anemic without their star quarterback and the defense couldn't make up the difference.

The Dolphins are set to face the Cleveland Browns on Sunday afternoon, a game that could eliminate them from the playoffs.

This article first appeared on A to Z Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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