Dolphins place quarterback Malik Willis on injured reserve, Kyle McCord to start
The gist
The Miami Dolphins placed starting quarterback Malik Willis on injured reserve with a groin injury, keeping him out at least four weeks.
Backup Kyle McCord now starts for the 1-7 Dolphins, who are chasing the top 2027 draft pick.
How it unfolded
- Aug 30, 2026The Dolphins acquired quarterback Kyle McCord in a trade with the Green Bay Packers for a 2028 sixth-round draft pick, making him Malik Willis' backup.
- Nov 8, 2026Willis completed 13 of 25 passes for 128 yards with one touchdown and one interception in a 19-9 loss to the Detroit Lions, was sacked three times and struggled to scramble.
- Nov 9, 2026Coach Jeff Hafley said he had not yet met with the medical staff about Willis' groin and that more information would come Wednesday.
Key terms
- injured reserve
- A designation in North American pro sports leagues for athletes who are injured and unable to play.
- draft pick
- Selections in the NFL's annual player draft, which teams can use to choose players or trade.
- practice-squad
- A group of players signed by a gridiron football team but not on the main roster, used for practice and player development.
Source: Wikipedia