Austin Jackson Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Saints vs Dolphins game on Sunday with our National Football League injury report.Nov 15, 2025
Out Sunday
Jackson (toe) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Commanders, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson will stay on injured reserve for at least another week while he continues to heal from a toe injury suffered in Week 1. Larry Borom will get the nod to start at right tackle in Week 11 while the 26-year-old Jackson remains out.
Nov 14, 2025
Doubtful for Sunday
Jackson (toe) is officially listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Commanders, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson practiced for the first time since picking up a nagging toe injury in Week 1 at Indianapolis this week, but it appears more likely than not he'll have to wait at least one more week before returning to game action. Larry Borom would figure to make another start at right tackle in Week 11 in that case.
Nov 12, 2025
Practice window opened
The Dolphins designated Jackson (toe) to return from injured reserve Wednesday, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson has been on injured reserve since sustaining an toe injury in Week 1 against the Colts. He was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, and he'll likely have to log some full practices before the Dolphins activate the sixth-year pro from injured reserve.
Oct 6, 2025
Still working through toe injury
Per head coach Mike McDaniel on Monday, Jackson (toe) is still weeks away from returning from injured reserve, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson aggravated a toe injury during Miami's Week 1 loss to Indianapolis. The injury was severe enough for him to be placed on IR, and the 2020 first-rounder may not return to action until late in the season. Larry Borom will continue to start at right tackle for as long as Jackson is sidelined.
Sep 15, 2025
Could return this season
Head coach Mike McDaniel told reporters Monday that Jackson (toe) can return from injured reserve later this season, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
ANALYSIS
The 2020 first-round pick from USC was placed on injured reserve Saturday after aggravating a toe injury in the Dolphins' Week 1 loss to the Colts. However, McDaniel's comments Monday suggest Jackson's injury isn't season ending. Still, Jackson will be sidelined for at least the Dolphins' next three games, with his earliest possible return coming in a Week 6 matchup against the Chargers.
Sep 13, 2025
Placed on IR
The Dolphins placed Jackson (toe) on injured reserve Saturday.
ANALYSIS
Jackson will now be forced to miss at least four games after having aggravated a toe injury during the team's Week 1 loss to the Colts. With Jackson sidelined, Larry Borom will likely start at right tackle for Miami.
Sep 10, 2025
Expected to miss Week 2
The Dolphins are preparing to be without Jackson (toe) in Sunday's Week 2 matchup against the Jets, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson exited the Dolphins' Week 1 loss to the Colts due to a toe injury, and it's starting to appear as if he can't play through the issue Sunday. With Jackson likely out and James Daniels (pectoral) being placed injured reserve, Miami is expected to start Larry Borom and Kion Smith and right tackle and guard, respectively.
Sep 7, 2025
Exits with toe injury
Jackson is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Colts due to a toe injury.
ANALYSIS
Jackson may have aggravated the same toe injury that caused him to miss the entire preseason, per Omar Kelly of the Miami Herald. Larry Borom will likely come in at right tackle if Jackson is unable to return.
Aug 27, 2025
Back at practice
Jackson (foot) practiced Wednesday, Omar Kelly of the Miami Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
The return came just days after Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said that his starting right tackle was on track to play in Week 1 at Indianapolis, per C. Isaiah Smalls II of the Miami Herald. Jackson suffered the injury in early August and had to sit out for most of training camp. The 2020 first-round pick has started 55 of the 57 games, regular season and postseason, that he's played in since entering the league.
Aug 25, 2025
Expecting to play Week 1
Coach Mike McDaniel said Monday that Jackson (lower body) is on track to play in Week 1 at Indianapolis, C. Isaiah Smalls II of the Miami Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson picked up a lower-body injury during training camp earlier in August, but it seems as though he's recovered well since then. His participation at practice ahead of the start of the regular season will be worth monitoring, especially given Miami's depth at offensive line is suspect to begin 2025.
Aug 3, 2025
Facing extended absence
Jackson (lower body) exited Saturday's practice but is hoping to be ready for Miami's Week 1 matchup against the Colts, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson suffered a season-ending knee injury in 2024, but coach Mike McDaniel stated that this injury is not related. Instead, Jackson was stepped on during practice, though there is optimism that he will be ready to take the field in Week 1.
Jun 3, 2025
Deemed healthy
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said Tuesday that Jackson (knee) is healthy, Kaitlyn Pohly of the Miami Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson missed the final eight games of the 2024 season but is back to full health. He's expected to man right tackle for the Dolphins this coming season.
May 28, 2025
Still recovering
Head coach Mike McDaniel told reporters Wednesday that Jackson (knee) is still in the recovery process, C. Isaiah Smalls II of the Miami Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson missed the final eight games of Miami's 2024 campaign due to a knee injury, and it now appears he's still recovering from the issue. When the 25-year-old returns from injury, he's expected to assume a leadership role on the Dolphins' offensive line and start at right tackle.
Apr 15, 2025
Steps into leadership role
Jackson (knee) is the Dolphins' longest-tenured player along the offensive line following the retirement of Terron Armstead and is poised for a leadership role in 2025, in addition to his starting duties at right tackle, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson becomes the leader of a group introducing a new starter at right guard in James Daniels (Achilles), and relying on 2024 second-round pick Patrick Paul to develop into a starting-quality left tackle after a rough rookie year. With Jackson now healthy after having his 2024 campaign cut short due to a knee injury, per Josh Houtz of The Phinsider, Miami's chances of avoiding disastrously low quality O-line play rest in no small part on the right tackle's shoulders.
Nov 12, 2024
Done for season
Head coach Mike McDaniels told reporters Tuesday that Jackson will require season-ending knee surgery, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson was ruled out ahead of Monday's game against the Rams due to a knee injury. He was placed on injured reserve Monday, and after further evaluation, the 2020 first-round pick will undergo surgery and remain on IR for the rest of the 2024 campaign. Kendall Lamm is expected to serve as the Dolphins' starting right tackle for the rest of the regular season.
Nov 11, 2024
Shifts to IR
Jackson (knee) was placed on injured reserve Monday.
ANALYSIS
Head coach Mike McDaniel told reporters that Jackson's knee issue may require surgery and he was unable to practice all week, so his move to IR on Monday comes as no surprise. The 25-year-old will now be forced to miss the Dolphins' next four games, with his earliest possible return coming in Week 14 against the Jets. Expect Kendall Lamm to serve as Miami's top right tackle until Jackson can return to the field.
Nov 9, 2024
Ruled out for Monday Night Football
Jackson (knee) won't play against the Rams in Monday's Week 10 matchup, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson has dealt with a knee issue all week and wasn't able to practice in any capacity. With the 2020 first-round draft pick unable to suit up Monday, Kendall Lamm is in line to start at right tackle for Miami.
Dec 24, 2023
Will suit up
Jackson (oblique) is active Sunday against the Cowboys.
ANALYSIS
Jackson returned to the practice field Friday after logging consecutive DNPs to start the week. The USC product should continue starting at right tackle for Miami.
Dec 22, 2023
Could play Week 16
Jackson (oblique) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson exited Miami's Week 15 win over the Jets after sustaining an oblique injury, but he was able to record a limited practice session Friday after opening up the team's week of practice with back-to-back DNPs. Kendall Lamm would likely assume the Dolphins' top right tackle duties if Jackson is unable to go Sunday.
Dec 17, 2023
Departs with oblique injury Week 15
Jackson suffered an oblique injury Sunday against the Jets and has been deemed questionable to return.
ANALYSIS
Jackson battled the oblique issue during Week 15 prep and entered the weekend listed as questionable, so it appears he aggravated the injury Sunday. Kendall Lamm has entered at right tackle in Jackson's place.
Dec 7, 2023
Inks three-year extension
The Dolphins signed Jackson to a three-year, $36 million contract extension Thursday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson, a 2020 first-round pick, is in the midst of an impressive 2023 campaign, in which he finally appears to have put it all together on the field after some early-career struggles. The Dolphins declined Jackson's $14.18 million team option for 2024 last offseason, after ankle issues limited him to just three games in 2022, but the right tackle now gets a long-term deal to stay in Miami and safeguard Tua Tagovailoa's blindside.
May 23, 2023
Working back from offseason surgery
Jackson said Tuesday that he underwent reconstructive surgery on his right ankle during the offseason, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson played in only three games in 2022 due to nagging ankle issues and had two stints on injured reserve, but it appears the surgery was minor and successful, as he was participating in team drills during the first day of OTAs. The 2020 first-round pick added that he's "angry excited" to get back on the field, and he should be the favorite for the starting right tackle gig in 2023.
May 2, 2023
Has option declined by Miami
The Dolphins declined Jackson's fifth-year option for 2024, NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports.
ANALYSIS
Selected 18th overall out of USC in the 2020 Draft, Jackson opened his career as the Dolphins' left tackle but was overwhelmed there and kicked inside to left guard as a sophomore. He was then flipped to right tackle in 2022 but missed all but three games last season with nagging ankle issues. Jackson is expected to get another crack at right tackle this upcoming season.
May 2, 2023
Has option declined by Miami
The Dolphins declined Jackson's (ankle) fifth-year option for 2024, NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports.
ANALYSIS
Selected 18th overall out of USC in the 2020 Draft, Jackson opened his career as the Dolphins' left tackle but was overwhelmed there and kicked inside to left guard as a sophomore. He was then flipped to right tackle in 2022, playing only three games last season due to nagging ankle issues. Jackson is expected to get another crack at right tackle this upcoming season.
Apr 19, 2023
Expected to be starter in 2023
Jackson (ankle) is expected to be the Dolphins' starting right tackle in 2023, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
ANALYSIS
After an injury filled campaign in 2022, when healthy, Jackson is set to protect left-handed quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's blind side next season. Jackson, a former first round pick, will be going into his fourth season with Miami.
Dec 5, 2022
Set for second IR stint
The Dolphins placed Jackson on IR on Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson spent time on IR earlier this season due to a different ankle injury, and he now returns to the reserve list after making just one appearance since his last stint, Week 12 versus Houston. The Dolphins signed veteran Eric Fisher in a corresponding move.
Dec 2, 2022
Isn't playing Sunday
Head coach Mike McDaniel said he's ruled out Jackson (ankle) for Sunday's contest against the 49ers, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
ANALYSIS
The Week 12 matchup versus Houston accounted for Jackson's first game action since Miami's season opener as a result of of an ankle injury, but the former first-round pick departed last Sunday's contest against the Texans with a new injury to the same ankle and has since been ruled out this weekend in San Fransisco. With fellow tackle Terron Armstead also currently listed as doubtful with a pectoral injury, the Dolphins anticipate being without their two starters against a solid 49ers' defense. Brandon Shell and Greg Little appear in line to each command a starting tackle role.
Nov 28, 2022
Didn't aggravate previous injury
Coach Mike McDaniel said Monday that Jackson injured the same ankle but didn't aggravate his previous issue, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson suffered an ankle injury during the season opener that kept him out until Week 10. He's started the past two games at right tackle since returning from IR, but he may be sidelined again due to a new injury. Jackson's participation at practice Wednesday should provide further clarity on his availability for Sunday's matchup against San Francisco.
Nov 27, 2022
Leaves with injury
Jackson has exited Sunday's game against the Texans with an ankle injury.
ANALYSIS
Jackson's departure leaves the team without both of their starting tackles, as Terron Armstead was declared out after suffering a pectoral injury earlier in the game. While Jackson is sidelined, Brandon Shell will likely handle right tackle duties.
Nov 13, 2022
Suiting up Sunday
Jackson (ankle) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Browns.
ANALYSIS
Jackson is now slated to play and start at right tackle for the first time since he suffered an ankle injury back in Miami's season opener versus the Patriots.
Nov 6, 2022
Not playing once again
Jackson (ankle) is listed as inactive for Sunday's game against the Bears.
ANALYSIS
Jackson was designated to return from IR on Tuesday and failed to practice both Wednesday and Thursday before logging a limited session Friday with ankle and calf injuries. However, the 23-year-old was ultimately ruled inactive for an eighth straight week, and his next shot to suit up comes next Sunday versus the Browns.
Nov 1, 2022
Activated but still not practicing
Miami activated Jackson (ankle) from injured reserve Tuesday, but he hasn't practiced since Oct. 13, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson was designated to return from IR on Oct. 12 and practiced back-to-back days before being shut down again. The extent of his absence remains unclear, but it seems unlikely he'll play Sunday. Tuesday was the final day he'd be allowed to be activated before reverting to IR, so Miami appears to believe that Jackson will still return at some point this season.
Oct 13, 2022
Designated for return
The Dolphins announced Wednesday that Jackson (ankle) has been designated to return from IR, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Offensive coordinator Frank Smith said he's "optimistic and hopeful" Jackson will be able to play Sunday versus the Dolphins, per Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Heraldl, a game which rookie seventh-round pick Skylar Thompson is preparing to start. As soon as Jackson is fully cleared, he figures to relieve Greg Little of the No. 1 right tackle gig.
Sep 16, 2022
Placed on IR
The Dolphins placed Jackson (ankle) on injured reserve Friday, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson stayed in uniform but didn't finish the season-opening win over the Patriots due to the ankle injury. Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said Monday that the 2020 first-round pick could've finished the game in an emergency situation and said Wednesday that Jackson was considered day-to-day. However, the issue doesn't appear to have gotten any better, so Jackson will be forced to sit out at least four games, putting his earliest possible return in Week 6. In his absence, Greg Little will likely take over as Miami's starting right tackle.
Sep 14, 2022
Making strides
Jackson's ankle is improving and the team is taking it day-by-day, according to head coach Mike McDaniel, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson suffered the injury in the Dolphins' win over the Patriots on Sunday. The starting right tackle was supposedly in good enough shape to return to the game if need be, however the team is taking a cautious approach with Jackson heading into Week 2 against the Ravens. If he is unable to suit up, Greg Little would likely draw the start in his place.
Sep 12, 2022
Monitoring ankle issue
Coach Mike McDaniel said Monday that Jackson (ankle) could have finished Sunday's game in an emergency situation, but the injury is serious enough that they'll continue to monitor him ahead of Week 2, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson stayed in uniform but didn't finish Sunday's contest against the Patriots. Wednesday's practice report should provide further clarity on the offensive tackle's availability for Week 2.
Sep 11, 2022
Hurts ankle Sunday
Jackson (ankle) was ruled questionable to return after suffering an ankle injury against the Patriots on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Jackson started at right tackle for the Dolphins before exiting Sunday's game. In the meantime, Greg Little will step at right tackle for Miami against New England, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.
Sep 15, 2021
Back to normal
Jackson (illness) is reported to be "back to normal."
ANALYSIS
Jackson tested positive for Covid and hit the Dolphins' COVID-19 list the week before Miami's season opener. Fortunately for the left tackle, Jackson was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday and then was able to play Sunday in Miami's win over New England. It now seems that Jackson will be a full participant in practice and should be able to play again Sunday against the Bills.
Sep 12, 2021
Active Sunday
Jackson (illness) is active for Sunday's game against the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
This was expected after Jackson had been activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list earlier Sunday. Tua Tagovailoa and the Dolphins' skill weapons stand to benefit with their starting left tackle back on the field.
Sep 12, 2021
Available for Sunday's game
Jackson (illness) is slated to be available for Sunday's game against New England, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list in advance of the contest, and he's now in line to be available Sunday after initially being deemed questionable. Greg Little and Liam Eichenberg are options to see added snaps at left tackle for the Dolphins in Week 1, however, if Jackson ends up being limited at all.
Sep 11, 2021
Questionable Sunday
Jackson (illness) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday and is questionable for Sunday's Week 1 matchup against the Patriots, Safid Deen of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
ANALYSIS
Although Jackson is no longer on the COVID-19 list, he'll travel to New England separately from his teammates and could be a game-time decision for the season opener. If the 22-year-old is unable to play, Greg Little will likely serve as Miami's starting left tackle.
Sep 7, 2021
Tests positive for COVID-19
Jackson was placed on the COVID-19 on Monday after testing positive for the virus, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
If vaccinated, Jackson still has a shot to clear protocols before Sunday's Week 1 matchup with the Patriots. If not vaccinated, he will be forced to miss at least 10 days. If he is unable to go, Greg Little and Liam Eichenberg would be the most likely candidates to replace him in the starting lineup.
Sep 6, 2021
Lands on COVID list
Jackson has been placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list.
ANALYSIS
As a result, Jackson's status for Miami's season opener against the Patriots on Sunday is uncertain. If he's unavailable for the contest, Greg Little would be a candidate to start at left tackle in his place, per Joe Schad of the Palm Beach Post.
Nov 7, 2020
Lifted from IR
Jackson (foot) was activated from injured reserve Saturday.
ANALYSIS
Jackson hasn't played since Week 4, but he is expected to return to his starting left tackle role Sunday against the Cardinals.
Nov 4, 2020
Back at practice
Jackson (foot) returned to practice Wednesday, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson is eligible to come off IR prior to Sunday's game in Arizona, but the Dolphins will evaluate the rookie lineman in practice before clearing him for game action. Once he's cleared to return, Jackson should slide back into the starting left tackle role.
Oct 29, 2020
Week 8 return unlikely
Coach Brian Flores said he does not want to provide a timetable for Jackson's (foot) return from injured reserve, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson has already missed the three-game minimum requirement for players placed on injured reserve, though his Week 8 status remains in doubt given Flores' comments. The 39-year-old coach did relay that Jackson is progressing well in his rehab, though he may not be healthy enough to return just yet. Facing Aaron Donald and Co. would be a daunting first game back, as the Dolphins ready for a Week 8 showdown with the Rams.
Oct 7, 2020
Not practicing Wednesday
Jackson (foot) won't practice Wednesday, per coach Brian Flores, Safid Deen of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson missed some time in last week's loss to Seattle due to this injury, and it's severe enough to keep him from practicing to open the week. Julien Davenport will take the reps vacated by Jackson, presumably making Davenport the favorite to start at left tackle Sunday in San Francisco if Jackson can't play.
Jun 11, 2020
Signs rookie deal
Jackson officially signed his rookie contract with the Dolphins on Thursday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
The 18th overall selection of the 2020 NFL Draft, Jackson possesses the athleticism and frame to push for an immediate starting role in Miami. The team does have a serviceable option available in Julien Davenport, though, in the event that Jackson would benefit from time to develop. In any case, the Dolphins no doubt consider Jackson the left tackle of the future, whether or not he garners a starting gig immediately as a rookie.
Download the app