Tyreek Hill’s season-ending injury forces the Dolphins to reinvent their plan against Carolina. Expect Tua Tagovailoa to lean on Jaylen Waddle, De’Von Achane and Darren Waller, while the run game takes on a larger, more patient role. Miami’s special teams and third-down efficiency could swing the result in a close game as Miami reshapes its weapon set without Hill.

The defense faces a test from Carolina’s ground attack, and the offensive line reshuffle at right guard adds uncertainty in the run game. Fantasy managers should chase the new movers in Miami’s offense and monitor how the Dolphins leverage Waller and the backfield in a run-heavy script that could define the weeks ahead.

Darren Waller re-emerged as a difference-maker after retirement, catching an opening 14-yard gain and finishing with two early touchdowns, showing he can anchor the Dolphins' passing game as Tyreek Hill's status clouds the offense.

Miami leaned into balance, pushing 31 rushing attempts and smoothing the flow with a more involved run game, while the defense tightened in the secondary and Cole Strange stabilized the right guard spot amid Daniels' absence.

The Jets managed more total yards but Miami won the turnover battle 3-0, turning miscues into scoring opportunities and keeping the Week 4 win within reach even with Hill sidelined.

Miami navigates a right guard rotation as James Daniels recovers from a pectoral injury. Kion Smith started last week against Buffalo, but Daniel Brunskill logged the final 25 snaps, keeping the guard battle open for Monday night vs. the Jets.

Brunskill discussed the late pressure on Tua Tagovailoa and stressed rhythm, with Smith staying ready to reclaim the job. Darren Waller is cleared for a limitedMonday return, adding a red-zone weapon after his PUP setback. Jets Fields starts after concussion clearance, while Miami’s corners Storm Duck and Jason Marshall Jr. sit out.

Dolphins’ right-guard job remains unsettled four weeks into 2025, with Kion Smith benched for Daniel Brunskill after a costly pressure helped fuel a loss to Buffalo. With James Daniels and Austin Jackson on IR, Miami’s interior line is in flux as they prepare for the Jets on Monday night. Rookie Jonah Savaiinaea has also seen growing pains, and PFF ranks him last among guards, underscoring ongoing protection and run-blocking concerns ahead of a pivotal week.

Dolphins guard James Daniels is on IR for at least four weeks after Week 1, forcing interior-line shuffles. Cole Strange joins the 53-man roster, with Kion Smith stepping in Sunday and likely starting Week 6 vs. Chargers. Daniel Brunskill, Kendall Lamm, and Larry Borom provide veteran depth as Miami weighs immediate replacements.

Daniels’ absence tests Miami’s run and pass protection; the early-lottery option is Smith, who has limited starting experience. Strange Could stabilize the right side if he settles in; otherwise Brunskill or Lamm may be asked to anchor the interior while Miami hopes to hold the line until Daniels returns Week 6.