Mike McDaniel provides crucial injury update on one of Tua Tagovailoa’s teammates for the Dolphins

As the Miami Dolphins push through the toughest stretch of training camp ahead of the new NFL season, head coach Mike McDaniel addressed a significant roster loss for a couple of weeks — a player who could have been a key contributor in supporting Tua Tagovailoa on game days.

Offensive lineman Andrew Meyer, who had been performing at a high level in recent weeks, suffered an injury during Wednesday’s practice. According to head coach, he is expected to miss several weeks of training.

“He’s had a great camp, really stepped his game, and I’m very impressed with his play,” McDaniel said, via Dante Collinelli of SI.com. “He will be out weeks, but he’s built a strong foundation as one of the top performers if you want to talk about growth of game. One of the top guys from year one to year two that has made tremendous strides.”

While the exact nature of the injury suffered by the former UTEP standout has not been confirmed, the head coach expressed disappointment over the situation. Meyer had been playing an important role in camp and was emerging as a potential replacement for other injured players on the roster.

Andrew Meyer #60 of the Miami Dolphins looks to snap the ball against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the first half of a preseason NFL game at Raymond James Stadium on August 23, 2024 in Tampa, Florida.

Dolphins injury concerns grow

The Miami Dolphins are navigating significant injury concerns as they head into a pivotal season under head coach Mike McDaniel. A number of key players are sidelined with various ailments, forcing the coaching staff to get creative and rely on new additions to fill crucial roles across the roster. The team’s ability to overcome these early setbacks will be a major factor in its pursuit of a playoff spot.

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One of the most pressing issues for the Dolphins is the health of the offensive line. The team is currently missing starters Austin Jackson and Liam Eichenberg, creating a void that could impact quarterback Tua Tagovailoa’s protection. To address the problem, Miami moved quickly in camp to add experienced depth, signing veterans like Daniel Brunskill and Germaine Ifedi.

Further complicating the team’s outlook is the injury to Meyer, a key piece of the offense. Meyer’s status adds another layer of uncertainty for the Dolphins, who need all hands on deck to succeed in the competitive AFC East. His absence puts added pressure on other players to fill the void and highlights the importance of the team’s overall depth to handle what lies ahead.