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.

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.

Miami faces a short-week test as Aaron Brewer contends with a new hip injury while the rest of the offense eyes early returns from Jaylen Wright and Darren Waller. Waller practiced on the edge; Wright was doubtful but close to suiting up. Melifonwu’s calf complicates safety depth, but Davis/Trader Jr. should split reps. Up front, Savaiinaea must elevate his game on the right side with Borom and Smith anchoring. Special teams mistakes linger from the Patriots game, shaping week-to-week risk and fantasy upside against Buffalo.

Injury updates, depth-chart gymnastics, and coaching comments drive the Dolphins’ Week 4 outlook. Expect tighter protection and more secondary rotation if Melifonwu sits. Washington’s Antonio Gibson and Brenden Schooler serve as cross-team reminders of how special-teams and big plays swing games. execute and scheme adjustments become critical for fantasy relevance in a short week.

Miami aims to rebound at home vs New England after a 33-8 loss in Indianapolis. Five fantasy storylines drive the matchup: can Miami finally generate a pass rush against Drake Maye; will the makeshift O-line hold up with Daniels on IR and Jackson banged up; can the offense reconnect on big plays from Hill and Waddle; avoid a costly special-teams miscue from Brenden Schooler; and can Tua Tagovailoa return to efficient, turnover-light form. The game will shape the early-season fantasy landscape.