Jaylen Waddle Injury News & Updates

Waddle brought in three of seven targets for 52 yards in the Dolphins' 16-13 overtime win over the Commanders in Madrid on Sunday.

Waddle's yardage total wasn't anything to write home about, but it was good enough to lead the Dolphins on a day when Tua Tagovailoa threw for only 171 yards. Waddle also paced Miami in targets and contributed a game-long 31-yard grab, and he's now eclipsed 50 receiving yards in six of the last seven games overall, including four straight. Waddle will next take aim at the Saints secondary in a Week 13 home matchup on Sunday, Nov. 30 following a Week 12 bye.

Waddle brought in five of seven targets for 84 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 30-13 win over the Bills on Sunday.

Waddle led the Dolphins in receiving yards and targets in the upset victory, making a significant contribution in the form of a 38-yard touchdown grab on the first play of the second quarter. The veteran wideout unsurprisingly continues to enjoy a robust role following the season-ending knee injury to Tyreek Hill, recording at least five catches and 82 receiving yards in five of his last six games. Waddle will continue in an elevated role against a porous Commanders secondary in Madrid next Sunday.

Waddle secured six of nine targets for 82 yards in the Dolphins' 28-6 loss to the Ravens on Thursday night.

Waddle tied for the team lead in receptions with De'Von Achane while setting the pace in receiving yards and finishing second in targets. It was the second productive game in the last five days for the fifth-year receiver, who'd posted a 5-99-1 receiving line on six targets versus the Falcons on Sunday. Waddle has exceeded 80 receiving yards in four of the last five games overall, and he should continue to fill a clear No. 1 role in a typically concentrated Dolphins air attack when the Bills come to town for a Week 10 matchup on Sunday, Nov. 9.

Waddle brought in five of six targets for 99 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 34-10 win over the Falcons on Sunday.

Although he came up just short of the century mark, Waddle still paced the Dolphins in receptions and receiving yards while checking in second in targets. Nearly half of his yardage came on the highlight play of his afternoon, a 43-yard touchdown grab in the latter portion of the third quarter. Waddle's production has unsurprisingly picked up since Tyreek Hill's season-ending knee injury, has the talented fifth-year wideout has recorded at least 95 receiving yards in three of his last four games while logging at least six targets in each of those contests. Waddle next sets his sights on an inconsistent Ravens secondary, which he'll face off with in a Week 9 home matchup Thursday night.

Waddle (hamstring/rest) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Falcons, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle was limited at practice Thursday, but that seemed to be maintenance-related given that he returned to full participation Friday. He'll continue to work as the top option in Miami's passing game Week 8 versus Atlanta, which should earn Waddle significant attention from top Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell.

Waddle (hamstring/rest) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle is dealing with issues in both hamstrings and receiving some rest at practice as a result, per Furones, which lends optimism to the notion that No. 1 wideout will still manage to suit up on the road versus Atlanta on Sunday. Still, unless he's able to upgrade to full practice activity Friday, it seems like Waddle may be assigned an injury designation for Week 8. With Tyreek Hill (knee - ACL) already out for the season and Darren Waller (hamstring) to miss at least four games after having been placed on IR on Wednesday, Tua Tagovailoa and the Dolphins' passing game can scarcely afford for Waddle to miss any time.

Waddle brought in one of four targets for 15 yards in the Dolphins' 31-6 loss to the Browns on Sunday.

Tua Tagovailoa threw for just 100 yards while barely completing more than 50.0 percent of his passes before giving way to Quinn Ewers in garbage time, so Waddle's line is slightly less alarming within that context. Nevertheless, the veteran receiver's numbers were season lows across the board, and his catch total was also a new career-worst mark. The Dolphins' offense had its worst day of the season overall Sunday, and even though Waddle could bounce back to an extent in a Week 8 road matchup against the Falcons, meaningful production will remain hard to come by if Tagovailoa continues to struggle with ball security and efficiency.

Waddle secured six of eight targets for 95 yards in the Dolphins' 29-27 loss to the Chargers on Sunday.

Waddle fell just short of his second consecutive 100-yard effort, but he still led the Dolphins in receptions, receiving yards and targets on the afternoon. The 2021 first-round pick has unsurprisingly seen an uptick in involvement during the first two full games Miami has played without Tyreek Hill (IR, knee), posting a combined 12-205-1 receiving line on 17 targets in that pair of contests. Waddle's clear-cut No. 1 receiver role should persist in a Week 7 road matchup against a talented Browns defense.

Waddle brought in six of nine targets for 110 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 27-24 loss to the Panthers on Sunday.

In his first full game this season without Tyreek Hill (IR, knee) alongside him, Waddle stepped up as expected and led the Dolphins across the board in receptions, receiving yards and targets. The talented veteran had another couple of close calls downfield that could have resulted in an even bigger day, but as it was, Waddle posted new season highs in receptions, receiving yards and targets. He also recorded his third touchdown of the season on a go-ahead 46-yard grab with just under five minutes remaining in the fourth quarter, making it a productive all-around day despite the disappointing team outcome. Waddle will aim to put together a successful encore performance in a tough Week 6 home matchup against the Chargers next Sunday afternoon.

Waddle is positioned as the Dolphins' top wide receiver with Tyreek Hill (knee) out for the season, Marcel Louis-Jacques and Stephania Bell of ESPN report.

Waddle secured three of six targets for 48 yards during Monday's 27-21 win over the Jets, in which Hill suffered a dislocated left knee and multiple torn ligaments, including his ACL. Miami placed Hill on IR on Wednesday, leaving Waddle poised as the team's unquestioned No. 1 receiver. The presence of second-year pro Malik Washington and tight end Darren Waller -- who scored twice in his team debut Monday -- will prevent opposing defenses from focusing entirely on the 2021 first-round pick, but it should be Waddle who benefits from the most significant increase in volume, beginning Sunday versus Carolina. He surpassed 1,000 yards in each of his first three NFL seasons and as a rookie in 2021, when Hill was still a member of the Chiefs, Waddle demonstrated an ability to handle massive volume en route to a 104-1,015-6 receiving line.

Waddle secured three of six targets for 48 yards in the Dolphins' 27-21 win over the Jets on Monday night.

Waddle finished tied for second in receptions and targets and as the runner-up in receiving yards on the night, but the bigger story is the 2021 first-round pick's projected expanded role moving forward. Tyreek Hill suffered what is being termed as a dislocated knee in the third quarter, meaning his season is almost certainly over. Consequently, Waddle, who posted a spectacular 104-1,015-6 line on 141 targets over 16 games back in his rookie 2021 campaign with Hill still on the Chiefs' roster, should elevate to the role of Tua Tagovailoa's top target moving forward. Waddle has yet to top five catches and 68 yards in a game this season, but it should only be a matter of time before he sets new single-game highs, perhaps as soon as a Week 5 road matchup against the Panthers.

Waddle (shoulder) practiced fully Friday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Waddle has been dealing with a shoulder issue since Week 2 prep, but he's suited up the last two games and logged more than 80 percent of the offensive snaps both times en route to a combined 10-107-2 line on 12 targets during that span. After opening this week with a limited practice Thursday, he handled every rep one day later and thus is on pace for his typical workload Monday against the Jets.

Waddle (shoulder) was limited at practice Thursday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

After logging limited practices last Tuesday and Wednesday, Waddle approached last Thursday's game against the Bills listed as questionable. The wideout was able to suit up for the contest and recorded an 87 percent snap share versus Buffalo, while catching five of his six targets for 39 yards and a touchdown. With no reported setbacks, there's a solid chance that Waddle's listed limitations this Thursday were maintenance-related ahead of Monday night's game against the Jets.

Waddle brought in five of six targets for 39 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 31-21 loss to the Bills on Thursday night.

Waddle went into pregame warmups uncertain to play due to a shoulder issue, but he finished tied with Tyreek Hill for first in receptions among the Dolphins' wideout. Like his teammate, Waddle also got into the end zone, scoring on a three-yard grab just before halftime to erase a 14-7 deficit. Waddle has at least four receptions in each of the Dolphins' first three games and has now scored in two straight, but he's averaging just 9.8 yards per catch heading into a Week 4 Monday night home divisional clash against the Jets on Sept. 29.

Waddle (shoulder) is listed as active for Thursday night's game against the Bills.

Waddle, who was on the field for 82 percent of the Dolphins' snaps on offense in Sunday's 33-27 loss to the Patriots -- a game in which he caught five of six targets for 68 yards and a TD -- wasn't listed on Monday's practice estimate but then was deemed a limited participant in Tuesday's session, as well as on Wednesday's estimate. With the Thursday availability of Waddle (who had been officially listed as questionable) confirmed, assuming no limitations or setbacks he'll be in a position to maintain his key role in Miami's passing offense opposite fellow starting WR Tyreek Hill, with Malik Washington, Nick Westbrook-Ikhine and Dee Eskridge also in the mix.

Waddle (shoulder) will determine his availability for Thursday's divisional matchup against the Bills via a pre-game workout, though the Dolphins are optimistic he will play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Waddle is officially listed as questionable for Thursday's road matchup at Buffalo after having popped up as a limited participant at Tuesday's practice. After posting a dud in the regular-season opener, Miami's offense bounced back nicely versus the Patriots in Week 2, a contest that saw Waddle haul in five of six targets for 68 yards and a score. Managing similar production on a short week versus a Bills defense that held the Jets to a combined 154 yards on offense will be a difficult task, so even if cleared to play Thursday night, Waddle has to be considered a volatile fantasy option. His status will be made official no later than 90 minutes prior to Thursday's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff.

Waddle (shoulder) is officially listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Bills, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Waddle wasn't listed on Monday's estimated injury report, he was limited in practice Tuesday and is now officially questionable for Week 3. He had also been limited in practice leading into Miami's matchup against the Patriots in Week 2, but Waddle managed to enter that matchup without an injury designation. His being listed as questionable may simply be the result of Miami facing a short turnaround before Thursday Night Football against Buffalo. It would be surprising if Waddle doesn't suit up Thursday, but fantasy managers may have to wait until 90 minutes before the divisional matchup's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff for his status to be made official.

Waddle (shoulder) was a limited participant at the Dolphins' practice Tuesday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle returned to the injury report Tuesday with the shoulder injury that has been ailing him since Week 1. The wide receiver was able to play through the issue in Week 2 against the Patriots, reeling in five of six targets for 68 yards and a touchdown while playing 81 percent of the team's offensive snaps. Waddle doesn't appear to be in danger of missing Thursday's contest against the Bills, but his status at Wednesday's practice will be worth monitoring.

Waddle secured five of six targets for 68 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 33-27 loss to the Patriots on Sunday.

Waddle navigated a shoulder issue throughout the practice week but entered Sunday without an injury designation, and he put up a solid performance overall that saw him finish third in receptions, receiving yards and targets for the Dolphins on the afternoon. The 2021 first-round pick also recorded his first touchdown of the campaign on an 18-yard grab early in the second quarter, and he enjoyed an appreciable boost on his 30-yard effort in Week 1 against the Colts. Waddle and the increasingly desperate Dolphins will have to face the Bills on a short week when the two division rivals clash on Thursday night in a Week 3 primetime clash.

Waddle (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Waddle practiced without limitations Friday, eliminating any doubts regarding his availability after he was limited Wednesday and Thursday. Miami's entire offense is looking to bounce back after an ugly 33-8 loss to the Colts in Week 1, but Waddle and company have a nice opportunity to right the ship Sunday against a Patriots defense that remains without top cornerback Christian Gonzalez (hamstring).

Waddle (shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Waddle has now logged back-to-back limited practices due to a shoulder injury seemingly sustained during Miami's blowout loss to the Colts in Week 1, in which he hauled in four of five targets for 30 yards while playing just 65 percent of offensive snaps. Friday's practice will be his final chance to upgrade to 'full' reps before Sunday's divisional matchup against the Patriots. More snaps and routes will go the way of Malik Washington and Nick Westbrook-Ikhine if Waddle is limited or sidelined Week 2.

Waddle (shoulder) was limited at practice Wednesday, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

While seeing action on 65 percent of the Dolphins' snaps on offense in a Week 1 loss to the Colts, Waddle caught four of his five targets for 30 yards. Now that he's listed as having a shoulder issue, however, the starting wideout's status for Sunday's game against the Patriots is now worth monitoring. Malik Washingtonand Nick Westbrook-Ikhine would be candidates to see more snaps this weekend in the event that Waddle is limited or sidelined.

Waddle brought in four of five targets for 30 yards in the Dolphins' 33-8 loss to the Colts on Sunday.

Waddle's quiet final line represented the collateral damage caused by an ugly performance from Tua Tagovailoa, who turned the ball over three times while managed just 114 passing yards overall. Waddle finished tied with Tyreek Hill for the team lead in receptions and also drew even with Malik Washington for runner-up status in targets, but it was naturally a very underwhelming day overall for the star receiver. The entire Dolphins air attack will aim for a reset in a Week 2 home matchup against the Patriots on Sunday, Sept. 14.

Waddle recorded one catch on one target for eight yards in Saturday's 14-6 preseason win over the Jaguars.

Waddle played along with most of Miami's healthy starting offensive unit and was on the field for three possessions. He hade his lone catch on the final drive on a pass delivered by Tua Tagovailoa, and Waddle will now turn his focus toward a Week 1 matchup against the Colts.

Waddle is in uniform ahead of Saturday's preseason game versus the Jaguars, C. Isaiah Smalls II of the Miami Herald reports.

Waddle has yet to play during exhibition season, first due to an undisclosed injury in the first contest and then because most of the Dolphins' key players were held out last Saturday. This will mark Waddle's first game action with QB Tua Tagovailoa since last season, when the wide receiver failed to reach 1,000 receiving yards for the first time in his four-year career.

Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said Friday he doesn't plan to play the starters, including Waddle, during Saturday's preseason game against the Lions, Tom D'Angelo of the Palm Beach Post reports.

Waddle sat out Miami's preseason opener due to a collision that occurred during joint practices with the Bears, but he returned to practice this week and has participated in team drills against Detroit. He'll need to wait until the Dolphins' preseason finale against the Jaguars on Sat., Aug. 23, however, for a chance to see exhibition reps. Meanwhile, Tyreek Hill (oblique) has not yet returned to practice.

Waddle is taking part in team drills at Thursday's joint practice with the Lions, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Waddle returned to practice Wednesday, also a joint session with the Detroit, though coach Mike McDaniel said his rep count was limited, per David Furones of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. While Waddle's overall workload may still be being managed Thursday, he essentially appears back to full health after having been banged-up during a collision with a Bears defender in last week's joint practices. If McDaniel opts to play the starters during Saturday's exhibition matchup against the Lions, it doesn't appear injuries would prevent Waddle from suiting up.

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said Wednesday that Waddle (undisclosed) will retake the field for joint practices against the Lions, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle continues to recover from a collision suffered during joint practices with the Bears last week, which forced him to miss Miami's preseason opener, so it's encouraging to see him back on the field for joint sessions against Detroit. McDaniel confirmed that Waddle and Tyreek Hill (oblique) both remain "day-to-day," however, so it seems like the pair of starting wideouts will be limited in some capacity while returning to practice. Saturday's road game against Detroit represents Waddle's next opportunity to get on the field for exhibition reps.

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said Tuesday that Waddle (undisclosed) and fellow starting wideout Tyreek Hill (oblique) are both day-to-day, C. Isaiah Smalls II of the Miami Herald reports.

McDaniel said a decision hasn't yet been made on the status of Waddle and Hill for joint practices against the Lions this week, but that "they're definitely in the conversation" to get reps, per David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel. As a result of seemingly minor injuries both Waddle and Hill sat out Sunday's preseason debut against the Bears, but it sounds like each has a fair chance to get healthy in time for exhibition action Saturday versus Detroit.

Head coach Mike McDaniel said after Sunday's 24-24 preseason tie against the Bears that Waddle (undisclosed) was held out because McDaniel didn't want starters playing through any minor injuries, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

McDaniel's statement implies that Waddle is currently working through a minor injury. Waddle's participation in practice will bear monitoring ahead of the team's next preseason game against the Lions on Saturday, though the starting wide receiver is unlikely to face a lengthy absence.

Based on pre-game warmups, Waddle is not in line to play against the Bears in Sunday's preseason opener, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle and Tyreek Hill (oblique) are dressed in street clothes during warmups, so it appears Tua Tagovailoa will be without his top two pass catchers. Waddle's next chance to play will be Saturday against the Lions.

Waddle was Miami's most impressive player at OTAs on Wednesday, Omar Kelly of the Miami Herald reports.

Waddle is coming off his worst season as a pro, having failed to reach the 1,000-yard mark for the first time in his NFL career with just a 58-744-2 receiving line (83 targets) across 15 regular-season games in 2024. As he works to bounce back entering his age-27 campaign, it's encouraging to see Waddle impressing early at practice with Tyreek Hill (wrist) sitting out most receiving drills. David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports that Waddle put his speed on display Wednesday and torched Miami's defensive backs multiple times, though it's worth noting that Jalen Ramsey has not been present for voluntary practices. Waddle has fallen down fantasy draft boards significantly following his disappointing 2024 showing, but he could be in solid position to rebound if the Dolphins' offensive line can do a better job of keeping Tua Tagovailoa upright, and if coach Mike McDaniel's offense is able to return to its norm of manufacturing explosive plays in the intermediate and deep areas of the field, rathe

Waddle (knee) brought in four of nine targets for 44 yards while taking his lone carry for six yards in Sunday's 32-20 loss to the Jets.

Waddle successfully returned from a knee injury Sunday that cost him two weeks of game action. The star wideout had mixed results, catching just 44 percent of his targets for 44 yards. The lack of efficiency can be explained by possibly playing at less than 100 percent, in addition to the poor quarterback play of backup Tyler Huntley with Tua Tagovailoa (hip) sitting this one out. Waddle posted the worst receiving line of his professional career in 2024, finishing with 58 receptions for 744 yards and two touchdowns across 15 games played. With news of Tyreek Hill wanting out of Miami following Sunday's ugly defeat, Waddle could be in store for a huge jump in usage in 2025 if that scenario plays out.

Waddle (knee) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Jets.

Waddle, who missed Miami's last two games, practiced fully Friday before approaching Week 18 action listed as questionable. In his return to action, Waddle will combine with Tyreek Hill to give QB Tyler Huntley (starting once again in place of Tua Tagovailoa/hip) a pair of quality wideout options in Miami's must-win regular-season finale. In 14 games thus far, Waddle has put up a 54/700/2 receiving line on 74 targets.

Waddle (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports, but coach Mike McDaniel expressed optimism Friday regarding Waddle's availability.

McDaniel's optimism is supported by Waddle practicing without limitations Friday. Waddle's looking to return from a two-game absence for a Dolphins team that can sneak into the playoffs with a win and a Broncos loss to the Chiefs. If Waddle suits up, he'll likely be catching passes from backup quarterback Tyler Huntley, as Tua Tagovailoa (hip) is considered doubtful.

Waddle (knee) remained limited at practice Thursday, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Per Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post, Waddle -- who has missed two straight games -- appeared to be moving pretty well at practice Thursday. However, he'll probably need to practice fully Friday (as fellow WR Tyreek Hill/wrist did Thursday) in order to approach Sunday's must-win regular-season finale against the Jets without an injury designation.

Waddle (knee) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel expressed optimism Monday about Waddle's chances of returning from a two-game absence for the regular-season finale. Malik Washington has filled in capably, topping 80 percent snap share in consecutive games, but it would still be a huge boost for the Dolphins to get Waddle back in the lineup as they fight for a wild-card spot on the final day of the season. Waddle previously managed limited practice participation Thursday and Friday last week.

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel expressed optimism about Waddle (knee) returning to action Sunday versus the Jets, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Waddle didn't play in a win over Cleveland this past Sunday, as McDaniel said the team was worried about the wideout's risk of aggravating the knee issue. However, Waddle did log a pair of limited practices to end the week and appears to have a real chance of returning for the Dolphins' regular-season finale in a game they must win to keep their playoff hopes alive. Tyler Huntley could be the team's starting quarterback for a second straight week with Tua Tagovailoa still dealing with a hip injury.

Waddle (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Browns.

After being listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice estimate, Waddle logged limited sessions both Thursday and Friday before being deemed questionable for Sunday's contest. With Waddle, who was also inactive last weekend, still sidelined, Tyreek Hill and Malik Washington are slated to lead a Week 17 Miami wideout corps that also includes River Cracraft and Dee Eskridge. Waddle's next chance to return to action will arrive next weekend against the Jets.

Waddle, who is questionable for Sunday's contest against Cleveland due to a knee injury, isn't likely to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Per Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site, there was some optimism about Waddle being able to suit up against the Browns after logging a limited practice both Thursday and Friday, but Rapoport's report suggests the wideout is expected to miss a second straight contest. If Waddle does sit out, it will be a big blow to a Miami passing attack that will also likely be without starting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, who is doubtful due to a hip injury. Meanwhile, Rapoport notes that No. 1 receiver Tyreek Hill is expected to play despite a lingering wrist injury, and Hill could be peppered with plenty of targets while joined by wideout Malik Washington and tight end Jonnu Smith as the top options for presumed signal-caller Tyler Huntley.

Waddle (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns after logging limited practices Thursday and Friday.

With regard to Waddle, who was inactive for Week 16 action, head coach Mike McDaniel noted earlier Friday that he's optimistic about the wideout's availability this weekend,Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports. In addition to Waddle, fellow starting WR Tyreek Hill (wrist/rest) also carries a 'questionable' designation, with the duo's Week 17 status thus set to be confirmed once Miami's inactives are posted ahead of Sunday's 4:05 ET contest.

Waddle (knee) was limited at practice Thursday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle, who was sidelined for this past weekend's win over the 49ers, was deemed a non-participant on Wednesday's practice estimate, but his return to a limited session a day later offers hope that he could return to action Sunday against the Browns. Also limited Thursday was Tyreek Hill (wrist/rest), with added context regarding the duo's Week 17 status set to arrive via Friday's final injury report.

Waddle (knee) was present for Thursday's practice, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle, who was inactive for Week 16 action, was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice estimate, but the wideout's presence on the field a day later offers hope that he will return to action Sunday against the Browns. The Dolphins' upcoming injury report is slated to reveal Waddle's official participation level Thursday.

Waddle (knee) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice estimate, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle, who was inactive for this past weekend's win over the 49ers, thus has two more chances to log practice participation ahead of Sunday's game against the Browns. If the wideout remains out in Week 17, Malik Washington would once again be in line to see added opportunities in Miami's passing offense.

Waddle (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against the 49ers.

With Waddle and Dee Eskridge both inactive, Tyreek Hill and Malik Washington are in line to lead Miami's Week 16 wideout corps, while River Cracraft and Erik Ezukanma are also available to mix in. Waddle sustained the knee injury that will sideline him Sunday during Week 15 action, and he'll now target a potential return to action Dec. 29 against the Browns.

Fellow wideout Tyreek Hill (wrist/personal) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the 49ers, while Waddle (knee) is doubtful for the contest, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

With Waddle -- who didn't practice this week -- as well as Dee Eskridge (knee, doubtful) trending toward being out this weekend and Hill's status now uncertain, Malik Washington and River Cracraft currently are the healthiest wideout options that Miami currently rosters. Considering that, practice-squad members Tarik Black, Erik Ezukanma and Isaiah McKenzie are candidates to be elevated ahead of Week 16 action.

Head coach Mike McDaniel relayed Friday that Waddle (knee) will be listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

With Waddle trending toward being unavailable for Sunday's 4:25 ET kickoff, it appears as though Malik Washington is poised to see an expanded workload alongside top wideout Tyreek Hill in Week 16. Waddle was forced out of the Dolphins' loss to the Texans last Sunday after logging 26 snaps and zero catches on two targets.

Waddle (knee) wasn't spotted during the brief media access portion of Friday's practice, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday, so at this stage his status for Sunday's game against the 49ers is cloudy. If he's unavailable in Week 16, Malik Washington would be in line to see an expanded role in Miami's passing offense alongside top WR Tyreek Hill.

Waddle (knee) didn't practice Thursday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle also missed practice Wednesday, which sets the stage for Friday's session to loom large in terms of the wideout's chances of playing Sunday against the 49ers. If Waddle -- who head coach Mike McDaniel has called day-to-day -- is unavailable this weekend, Malik Washington would be in line to see an expanded role behind top WR Tyreek Hill.

Waddle (knee) won't practice Wednesday, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Head coach Mike McDaniel, who relayed Monday that the knee injury Waddle sustained during Week 15 action is "not major, not surgery-related, referred to the wideout as day-to-day Wednesday. McDaniel added that he's hopeful Waddle could be potentially available this weekend, but at this time the pass-catcher's status for Sunday's game against the 49ers is TBD. If Waddle ends up sidelined in Week 16, Malik Washington would step into an expanded WR role alongside Tyreek Hill.

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said Monday that the injury Waddle (knee) sustained during the team's Week 15 loss to the Texans is "not major, not surgery-related," David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle's status appears murky for Miami's upcoming matchup against the 49ers on Sunday, but it at least appears he's avoided a more severe outcome. Tyreek Hill remains available for the Dolphins, and if Waddle can't go versus San Francisco, rookie sixth-round pick Malik Washington will be in solid position to build upon his career-best 5-52-0 receiving line logged versus Houston. Further clarity on Waddle's status could arrive with Wednesday's first official injury report of Week 16.

Waddle exited Sunday's game against the Texans after sustaining a knee injury.

Prior to his departure, Waddle didn't catch either of his targets. In his absence, Malik Washington and Grant DuBose are candidates to see added WR targets alongside Tyreek Hill.

Waddle (hamstring) doesn't carry an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Texans after being limited in practice Friday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle was also deemed limited Wednesday and Thursday, but the wideout was nonetheless cleared to face Houston after maintaining that level of activity Friday. Waddle is thus slated to remain a key pass-catching target for QB Tua Tagovailoa in Week 15 along with fellow WR Tyreek Hill, TE Jonnu Smith and RB De'Von Achane. In Miami's Week 14 overtime win over the Jets, Waddle caught nine of his season-high 12 targets for 99 yards.

Waddle (hamstring) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Though fellow wideout Tyreek Hill (wrist) cleared up any concern about his availability for Sunday's game in Houston by practicing fully Thursday, Waddle's status warrants closer attention on the heels of consecutive limited practices to begin Week 15 prep. If Waddle is able to put in a full practice Friday, he'll likely avoid taking a designation into the Dolphins' matchup with the Texans.

Waddle (hamstring) was limited at practice Wednesday, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

As was fellow wideout Tyreek Hill, who continues to manage a wrist issue. Waddle was on the field for 82 percent of Miami's snaps on offense in this past Sunday's 32-26 overtime win over the Jets, en route to catching nine of his 12 targets for 99 yards and adding a two-point conversion. Given his listed limitations Wednesday, Waddle's status is worth monitoring, but so far there's nothing to suggest that either he or Hill will be sidelined this weekend against the Texans.

Waddle caught nine of 12 targets for 99 yards in Sunday's 32-26 overtime win over the Jets. He also caught a two-point conversion.

Waddle caught the game-tying two-point conversion with 9:04 left in the fourth quarter, and Miami tied the game again with a field goal in the final seconds before winning it in overtime. The Dolphins' passing game has heated up heading into a Week 15 trip to Houston. Tua Tagovailoa has topped 300 passing yards in each of his last three starts, with Waddle accounting for 296 receiving yards and a touchdown over that span.

Waddle brought in all four targets for 53 yards in the Dolphins' 30-17 loss to the Packers on Thursday. He also caught a two-point conversion pass.

Four days after furnishing a season-best 8-144-1 line against the Patriots, Waddle came back down to earth but still turned in a serviceable performance. Waddle also managed to generate a scoring catch for the second straight game when he brought in a two-point conversion pass following De'Von Achane's third-quarter touchdown reception. The 2021 first-round pick now has at least four catches in five of the last six games, affording him a solid floor heading into a Week 14 home matchup against the Jets on Sunday, Dec. 8.

Waddle brought in eight of nine targets for 144 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 34-15 win over the Patriots on Sunday.

Waddle's long-awaited breakout performance was a sight to behold, with the previously struggling wideout posting season highs in receptions, receiving yards and targets. The 2021 first-round pick consistently gained significant yardage on his catches, and he recorded his second touchdown of the campaign on a 23-yard grab late in the third quarter. Waddle's production could still remain hard to trust from week to week given this year's inconsistencies, but he should remain heavily involved in a Week 13 Thanksgiving Night road showdown against the Packers.

Waddle secured two of three targets for 37 yards in the Dolphins' 34-19 win over the Raiders on Sunday.

Waddle recorded double-digit gains on both his catches, but he was once again very modestly involved. The 2021 first-round pick hasn't topped 57 receiving yards since Week 1 despite being healthy and holding down his usual No. 2 receiver role, but he'll have a fresh opportunity to bounce back against a vulnerable Patriots defense at home in Week 12.

Waddle brought in three of six targets for 57 yards and rushed once for minus-1 yard in the Dolphins' 23-15 win over the Rams on Monday night.

Waddle tied Jonnu Smith for the team lead in receptions while setting the pace in both receiving yards and targets. The fourth-year pro's yardage tally was his second highest of the season, with his 109-yard effort in Week 1 the only one to eclipse it. Waddle now has six targets in two of Tua Tagovailoa's first three games back from his IR stint, giving the wideout some momentum and an optimistic outlook heading into a Week 11 home matchup against the Raiders.

Waddle caught both of his targets for minus-4 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Bills.

Waddle wasn't targeted until just 2:34 remained in the fourth quarter, when he made a 12-yard catch to convert a third-and-7. He had an injury scare on the very next play, when Waddle stayed down after Damar Hamlin fell on his leg, but the wide receiver stayed in the game and proceeded to catch a game-tying seven-yard touchdown with 1:38 remaining. Unfortunately for Waddle's fantasy managers, he was credited with a 23-yard loss on the game's final play, as he got the ball on a lateral and ran backwards to avoid a Bills defender, only to be tackled anyway. Waddle finally ended a touchdown drought that dated back to Week 15 of last season, but he's building a new infamous streak, with seven consecutive games of fewer than 50 receiving yards heading into a Week 10 MNF matchup against the Rams.

Waddle caught four of six targets for 45 yards in Sunday's 28-27 loss to the Cardinals.

Waddle's fantasy managers had high hopes for a bounce back in Tua Tagovailoa's (concussion) return, but Waddle put forth yet another subpar outing as the Dolphins fell to 2-5. After posting 109 receiving yards in Week 1 against the Jaguars, Waddle hasn't exceeded 46 yards in any subsequent game. He'll try to snap that unsavory streak in a Week 9 road game against the Bills.

Waddle (quadriceps) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Cardinals after being a full participant in practice Friday, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Waddle avoided an injury designation with a full practice Friday after limited sessions Wednesday and Thursday. He has a nice opportunity to break out of his slump with Miami getting Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) back under center for the first time since Week 2 after the starting quarterback cleared concussion protocol.

Waddle (quad) remained limited at practice Thursday, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

While Waddle maintained his practice level from Wednesday, Tyreek Hill was added to Miami's injury report Thursday after being limited by a foot injury. The duo's status is thus worth tracking ahead of Sunday's game against the Cardinals. If Waddle is available this weekend, his fantasy prospects could be looking up, with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) trending toward a return from IR.

Waddle (quadriceps) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle still has two opportunities to reach full participation, which would help him avoid an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Cardinals. Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) was a limited participant Wednesday as well, and Tagovailoa's expected to be activated from IR and start Sunday. Waddle would stand to benefit substantially from Tagovailoa's return under center, as Waddle had 150 receiving yards across Tua's two starts this season, and just 119 receiving yards over four games after Tagovailoa got hurt.

Waddle secured one of two targets for 11 yards during Miami's 16-10 loss to the Colts on Sunday.

Waddle and Tyreek Hill combined for just two catches for 19 yards on four targets versus Indianapolis. Coming off a bye, the Dolphins' offense turned in yet another miserable performance despite facing off against a vulnerable Colts secondary, with the mid-game departure of Tyler Huntley (shoulder) only compounding things. Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) will be eligible to return from IR as early as Week 8 against the Cardinals, but it's unclear when Miami anticipates the franchise quarterback retaking the field. If one of Huntley, Tim Boyle or Skyler Thompson (ribs) is again under center versus Arizona, it will be difficult to trust any of the Dolphins' skill-position players for fantasy purposes.

Waddle brought in four of eight targets for 46 yards in the Dolphins' 15-10 win over the Patriots on Sunday.

Waddle checked in tied for second in targets and third in both receptions and receiving yards on the afternoon for the Dolphins, flashing some improved chemistry with quarterback Tyler Huntley. The upside of Waddle and the other members of the Dolphins' air attack is naturally capped without Tua Tagovailoa (IR-concussion), but the fourth-year wideout heads into a Week 6 bye with no fewer than four receptions in any game this season, albeit while exceeding 41 receiving yards only once. Waddle will likely work with Huntley for at least one more game when the Dolphins face the Colts on Sunday, Oct. 20 following a Week 6 bye.

Waddle secured four of six targets for 36 yards in the Dolphins' 31-12 loss to the Titans on Monday night.

Miami's offense ironically got off on a very good foot with 30 yards over its first two plays, and Waddle accounted for 14 of those on the Dolphins' first play from scrimmage. However, much like it was for the team as a whole, it would go on to be a quiet and largely unproductive night for Waddle, who did record an 18-yard grab in the fourth quarter but gained just four yards on his other two catches. Like fellow wideout Tyreek Hill, Waddle doesn't figure to come close to flashing his true potential while working with either Tyler Huntley or Skylar Thompson (ribs) as his quarterback, and he'll face a pair of talented Patriots cornerbacks in a Week 5 road matchup.

Waddle secured four of five targets for 26 yards in the Dolphins' 24-3 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday.

Like his position mate Tyreek Hill, Waddle saw his considerable upside capped by having to play with Skylar Thompson (chest), and upon the latter's exit from the contest, Tim Boyle as his two quarterbacks. Waddle now has back-to-back four-reception outings, but he's netted a forgettable 67 receiving yards in that pair of contests. There's not much reason for optimism in the short term, either, as Tua Tagovailoa's (IR-concussion) future is in limbo and Thompson may have an uphill battle to be ready for a Week 4 Monday night home matchup against the Titans.

Waddle brought in all four targets for 41 yards and rushed once for four yards in the Dolphins' 31-10 loss to the Bills on Thursday night.

Considering how ineffective Tua Tagovailoa was in an injury-shortened three-interception performance and the fact Waddle was pulled from the game early due to the lopsided score, the fourth-year wideout's numbers weren't a complete washout. Waddle actually outproduced position mate Tyreek Hill (3-24) through the air, but his numbers were still a far cry from his 5-109 line in Week 1 versus the Jaguars. Waddle will look to boost his numbers back up with either Tagovailoa or Skylar Thompson as his quarterback in a Week 3 road matchup against the Seahawks on Sept. 22.

Waddle brought in all five targets for 109 yards in the Dolphins' 20-17 win over the Jaguars on Sunday. He also rushed once for three yards.

Waddle was overshadowed by fellow wideout Tyreek Hill -- who finished with seven receptions for 130 yards and a touchdown -- but the fourth-year pro made quite an impact in his own right. The Alabama product connected with Tua Tagovailoa for a big 63-yard reception to start an early third-quarter drive, and he also played a key role in a late second-quarter march that resulted in the Dolphins' first touchdown by drawing a pass interference penalty and subsequently recording a 20-yard grab. Waddle also was evaluated for a concussion in the first half but cleared after a visit to the medical tent, per Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com. Waddle won't have to wait long to attempt to build on his impressive season-opening effort, as the Bills come to town for a Week 2 divisional showdown Thursday night.

Waddle (undisclosed) is not listed on Wednesday's injury report, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

The Dolphins took a cautious approach to Waddle's recovery from an undisclosed injury for most of training camp, and the star receiver is now fully healthy to begin the regular season. The same goes for Tyreek Hill (thumb), so Tua Tagovailoa will have both his top pass-catching options available for Sunday's regular-season opener against the Jaguars. Meanwhile, both Odell Beckham (undisclosed) and River Cracraft (upper body) will miss at least the first four games of the season, while rookie Malik Washington (quadriceps) was limited Wednesday. That leaves Miami thin at wideout behind Hill, Waddle and No. 3 option Braxton Berrios.

Coach Mike McDaniel said Monday that Waddle (undisclosed) and Tyreek Hill (thumb) will both practice and have had "no setbacks," Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.

McDaniel seems to be indicating that Hill and Waddle, who have both been held out of practice recently due to minor injuries, remain on track to suit up for Sunday's regular-season opener against the Jaguars. Waddle practiced in a non-contact jersey last week, but it seems likely that his activity level will now be ramping up. If McDaniel doesn't offer more information on the health of Miami's star wide receivers earlier, Wednesday's official practice report will reveal more about the status of both Waddle and Hill.

Waddle (undisclosed) is practicing in a red non-contact jersey Wednesday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle has been managing an undisclosed minor injury since early August, so while it's encouraging to see him still taking some reps, fantasy managers are eager for the star playmaker to resume participating in full. The Dolphins are taking a cautious approach to Waddle's health, but with just 12 days remaining before the regular-season opener against Jacksonville on Sept. 8, next week seems like a reasonable target for Waddle to begin truly ramping up his workload. With Odell Beckham (undisclosed) and River Cracraft (upper body) both out at least the first four games of the season, Miami's depth chart is thin behind Waddle and Tyreek Hill (hand).

Waddle (undisclosed) is wearing a no-contact jersey Monday at practice, Alain Poupart of SI.com reports.

Waddle's participation in any fashion is a good sign for the Dolphins, 13 days ahead of their regular-season opener against Jacksonville. The WR room has been hit by injury after injury this summer, but it seems Waddle and Tyreek Hill (hand) are on track to be ready for Week 1, leaving the lower portion of the depth chart as the bigger question mark.

Waddle (undisclosed) is practicing in full pads Wednesday and confirmed that he's only dealing with a minor injury, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

It's unclear whether Waddle participated in team drills Wednesday, per Omar Kelly of The Miami Herald, but in any case it's encouraging to see the star wide receiver back at practice for the first time since Aug. 7. Waddle also noted that his undisclosed injury wouldn't have limited him during the regular season, but that the Dolphins opted for caution during the preseason. Friday's exhibition finale against the Buccaneers will be Waddle's final chance to log preseason action.

Waddle (undisclosed) did not practice Tuesday, Barry Jackson and Omar Kelly of The Miami Herald report.

Waddle has missed roughly two weeks of practice due to an undisclosed injury which coach Mike McDaniel labeled as minor. It still doesn't seem like Waddle's status for Week 1 is in jeopardy, but the standout wide receiver could be in danger of missing his final opportunity to log preseason game reps, which will come Friday versus the Buccaneers. Tyreek Hill (hand) didn't participate in catching drills during Tuesday's practice, while Odell Beckham (undisclosed) remains on the active/PUP list and has yet to participate in training camp sessions. Potential No. 3 option River Cracraft (upper body) is expected to miss significant time, as well, so the focus for Miami's receiving corps may simply be to get healthy before the start of the regular season.

Waddle is missing practice this week due to a minor, unspecified injury, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Coach Mike McDaniel made it clear he doesn't consider the injury serious, noting that Waddle and Braxton Berrios are dealing with "minor stuff" and nothing more. The Dolphins are four and a half weeks out from their season opener against Jacksonville, at which point Waddle should make his first regular-season appearance since signing a three-year, $84.75 million extension in May.

Waddle signed a three-year, $84.75 million contract extension with the Dolphins on Thursday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. The deal includes $76 million guaranteed.

Waddle is now one of the top five highest-paid receivers in the NFL with an annual salary of $28.25 million. The 2021 first-round pick has been dominant since entering the league, ripping off three straight seasons with 1,000-plus yards, including a 2022 campaign where he produced 1,356 yards and eight touchdowns across 17 games. The 25-year-old battled injuries last season but is fully healthy ahead of the 2024 campaign. Waddle is still the clear No. 2 receiver behind Tyreek Hill, but there's clearly room for both players to produce as the fastest receiving duo in the league.

The Dolphins officially exercised Waddle's fifth-year option Monday.

Miami has made no secret of plans to pick up Waddle's fifth-year option this offseason, and the move is now official prior to Thursday's deadline. That keeps the third-year standout under contract for two more seasons, and provides the Dolphins more time to negotiate a long-term deal with Waddle. The team added depth to the wideout room in the form of late-round rookies Malik Washington and Tahj Washington during the 2024 NFL Draft, but Waddle and Tyreek Hill remain the clear top targets for Tua Tagovailoa, with incumbents Braxton Berrios and River Cracraft available to split No. 3 duties.

General manager Chris Grier said Tuesday that he expects the Dolphins to pick up Waddle's fifth-year option, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

The Dolphins have consistently stated a desire to come to terms with Waddle on a long-term contract, and Grier specifically dismissed trade rumors earlier this offseason. The third-year pro has recorded three straight 1,000-yard seasons to begin his career, becoming the first wideout to do so in franchise history, and there's little question of his value as a No. 2 read behind Tyreek Hill. Picking up Waddle's fifth-year option will keep him under contract with the Dolphins for two more seasons.

General manager Chris Grier said Wednesday at the NFL Scouting Combine that the Dolphins have "no thoughts of trading [Waddle]," Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

Grier dismissed recent rumors of Waddle being a trade candidate for Miami, saying "he'll be around here for a long time." Teammate Tyreek Hill recently weighed in on Twitter to shoot down discourse about such a trade, as did Waddle himself, so it's unsurprising to see the Dolphins' top brass take a similar stance. The third-year pro recently became the first wideout in Miami's history to record three straight 1,000 yard seasons, posting a 72-1,014-4 receiving line across 14 regular-season games in 2023. Waddle has one more year on his rookie deal, plus a potential fifth-year option, giving the Dolphins plenty of time to negotiate a long-term contract.

Waddle (ankle) brought in two of five targets for 31 yards and rushed once for nine yards in the Dolphins' 26-7 wild-card loss to the Chiefs on Saturday night.

Waddle was able to suit up after putting in three limited practices during the week following a two-game absence to close out the regular season. However, as his final numbers indicate, the third-year pro wasn't able to make any appreciable impact in the frigid temperatures. The disappointing conclusion to a once promising season aside, Waddle once again thrived as an ideal complement to Tyreek Hill in 2023, posting a 72-1,014-4 line over 104 targets -- his third 1,000-yard tally in as many NFL campaigns -- and adding three carries for 12 yards across 14 games. With Waddle heading into the final year of his contract in 2024, the potential for an extension for the 2021 first-round pick figures to be the subject of plenty of discussion this offseason.

Waddle (ankle) is listed as active for Saturday's wild-card playoff game against the Chiefs.

Waddle, who has missed two straight games due to a high-ankle sprain, logged limited listings Tuesday through Thursday before being deemed questionable for Saturday's contest. With his availability confirmed, Waddle is in line to reclaim a key role in Miami's passing offense in the absence of any in-game setbacks or limitations alongside fellow starting wideout Tyreek Hill. The duo will have to contend with frigid playing conditions in Kansas City, a variable that has a chance to hamper the upside of the Dolphins' passing attack in the team's postseason opener.

Waddle (ankle) is listed as questionable for Saturday's wild-card playoff game against the Chiefs.

Waddle has missed two straight games with a high-ankle sprain, but the wideout's limited practice listings Tuesday through Thursday give him a chance to return to action for Miami's postseason opener. If Waddle is deemed active for Saturday's 8 p.m. ET kickoff, he'll be in a position to reclaim a key role in his team's passing offense alongside fellow starting wideout Tyreek Hill in frigid playing conditions in Kansas City. In 14 games prior to missing time with the ankle injury, Waddle recorded a 72-1,014-4 receiving line on 104 targets. Per Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com, head coach Mike McDaniel said Thursday that Waddle hasn't experienced any setbacks this week, while expressing his optimism about the pass catcher's chances of returning to action this weekend.

Waddle (ankle) was listed as limited in Wednesday's walk-through, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle was also listed as a limited participant on Tuesday's estimated practice report, so unless he logs a 'full' listing Thursday he figures to approach Saturday's wild-card game in Kansas City with an injury designation. Waddle has missed two straight games with a high-ankle sprain, but earlier this week coach Mike McDaniel expressed his optimism about the wideout's chances of returning to action this weekend, according to Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network.

Waddle (ankle) was listed as a limited participant on Tuesday's estimated practice report, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

The Dolphins didn't hold an actual practice Tuesday, but if the team had convened, Waddle would have been able to match his activity from Friday. The wideout was ultimately sidelined for a second straight game in this past Sunday's 21-14 loss to the Bills, but the Dolphins have optimism that Waddle will be back in action for Saturday's wild-card game versus the Chiefs. Waddle may need to upgrade to full participation in practice by Thursday to avoid carrying a designation into Saturday's contest.

Coach Mike McDaniel said Monday that he's optimistic Waddle (ankle) will be able to play in Saturday's playoff game against the Chiefs, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

Waddle pushed to play in Week 18 against the Bills, but Miami's medical staff advised against it, suggesting he could do more harm than good. The week of rest sounds like it will be good for Waddle, who has battled various minor injuries and ailments most of the season. The Dolphins need all hands on deck on offense with their defense losing significant starters and contributors to injuries.

Waddle (ankle) is inactive for Sunday night's game against the Bills.

Waddle, who suffered a high-ankle sprain during Week 16 action and then didn't play in last weekend's 56-19 loss to Baltimore, approached the contest listed as questionable after logging a limited practice Friday following absences Wednesday and Thursday. Now that he's been ruled inactive for Miami's regular-season finale, Cedrick Wilson figures to see added Week 18 WR work alongside Tyreek Hill, while Braxton Berrios, River Cracraft, Robbie Chosen and Chase Claypool are also candidates log added snaps versus Buffalo. Waddle will now target a potential return to action in the Dolphins' playoff opener next week against an opponent to be determined.

Waddle (ankle) isn't expected to play against the Bills on Sunday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Waddle suffered a high-ankle sprain against Dallas in Week 16 and didn't play against Baltimore last weekend. It now appears that he's set to sit out his second straight contest Sunday night in a game that will determine the winner of the AFC East title. Cedrick Wilson will thus likely start at wide receiver alongside Tyreek Hill, while Braxton Berrios, River Cracraft and Robbie Chosen could each see an uptick of snaps on offense. The Dolphins have already locked up a postseason berth, and Pelissero notes that Waddle "should be ready for the playoffs."

Waddle (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday night's game against the Bills after returning to a limited practice Friday.

Per Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network, Waddle -- who is dealing with a high-ankle sprain -- has shown notable progress since last week and did a lot more Friday than he's done in a couple weeks in terms of running intermediate routes and cutting. At this stage, the wideout's Week 18 status is to be determined, and given Miami's 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff Sunday, ideally added context regarding Waddle's playing prospects will surface via national reporters late Saturday or early Sunday.

Waddle (ankle) returned to practice Friday, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

Per Oyefusi, head coach Mike McDaniel previously relayed that Waddle -- who is dealing with a high-ankle sprain -- would "get a little work" in practice Friday. At this point, Waddle hasn't been ruled out for Sunday night's game against the Bills, with added context on that front slated to arrive when Miami's final Week 18 injury report is posted.

Waddle (ankle) didn't practice Thursday, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

Waddle, who was inactive in Week 17 due to a high-ankle sprain, also missed Wednesday's session, with his status for Sunday night's game against the Bills currently cloudy. If Waddle is deemed unavailable for the contest, Cedrick Wilson would once again be in line for an uptick in snaps alongside Tyreek Hill (ankle/personal).

Waddle (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday.

Waddle, who has been dealing with a high-ankle sprain, was sidelined for the Dolphins' Week 17 loss to the Ravens after not practicing at all last week. With another 'DNP' on Wednesday, the wideout's status for Sunday night's game against the Bills is cloudy and it's hard to imagine Waddle approaching the Miami's regular-season finale minus a Week 18 injury designation.

Waddle (ankle) won't play Sunday against the Ravens, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

With Waddle set to be sidelined Sunday, look for Cedrick Wilson to see added snaps alongside top WR Tyreek Hill, with Braxton Berrios, River Cracraft and Chase Claypool candidates see elevated roles in Week 17. Waddle will now target a potential return to action Jan. 7 against the Bills.

Waddle (ankle) isn't expected to play Sunday against the Ravens, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports.

Waddle, who suffered a high ankle sprain during Week 16 action, has yet to practice this week. If he is indeed unavailable Sunday, Tyreek Hill (ankle) and Cedrick Wilson would be in line to lead the Dolphins' WR corps versus Baltimore, with Braxton Berrios, River Cracraft and Chase Claypool candidates to see added opportunities this weekend.

Waddle (ankle) remained sidelined at practice Thursday, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Heraldreports.

Given that Waddle is dealing with a high-ankle sprain, it's not surprising that the wideout hasn't practiced yet this week. Waddle now has one more chance to get some on-field work in ahead of Sunday's game against the Ravens, but at this stage his Week 17 availability remains cloudy.

Waddle (ankle) wasn't spotted at practice Wednesday, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Given that coach Mike McDaniel confirmed earlier in the day that Waddle is dealing with a high-ankle sprain, it's no surprise that the wideout isn't practicing Wednesday. On the plus side, McDaniel described Waddle's ankle sprain as not "overly severe," while adding that at this stage the Dolphins are not ruling out the possibly that Waddle could potentially be available Sunday against the Ravens.

Coach Mike McDaniel noted Wednesday that Waddle is dealing with a high-ankle sprain that isn't "overly severe," Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

With that in mind, Waddle hasn't been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Ravens. That said, at a minimum, Waddle's practice participation this week will be impacted by his ankle issue and it seems unlikely that the wideout will approach Week 17 action minus an injury designation. If Waddle ends up sidelined this weekend, Cedrick Wilson and Braxton Berrios would likely be next up for added WR reps behind Tyreek Hill.

Coach Mike McDaniel said Monday that Waddle may have suffered a high-ankle injury during Sunday's 22-20 win against the Cowboys, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle first departed in Week 16 due to an eye injury, but after he was cleared to return, he eventually exited again due to what was called a shin issue at the time. After further testing, the Dolphins are honing in on the nature of the concern, and if he's diagnosed with the injury mentioned by McDaniel on Monday, Waddle could be in line for an absence of some kind. Wednesday's practice report will reveal how much work, if any, Waddle was able to handle as the team begins prep for Sunday's showdown at Baltimore.

Waddle is set to undergo further evaluation Monday after he was unable to return to Sunday's 22-20 win over the Cowboys after exiting in the third quarter with a shin injury, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Rapoport doesn't specify whether Waddle's upcoming evaluation will include an MRI, but the fact that the wideout wasn't able to check back into a closely-contested game Sunday despite being listed as questionable to return was somewhat discouraging. Before exiting the game, Waddle hauled in one of four targets for 50 yards over 28 snaps, with his production taking a noticeable hit from Week 15 win over the Jets (8-142-1 receiving line on nine targets), when the Dolphins were without No. 1 wideout Tyreek Hill (ankle). Even if Waddle's evaluation reveals no significant injury, his practice activity will still need to be monitored closely throughout the week to get a sense of his odds of playing next Sunday in Baltimore.

Waddle left Sunday's game against the Cowboys with a shin injury and is questionable to return.

Waddle left the game earlier with an eye injury and was able to return, but he has now departed the contest for a second time.

Waddle (eye) returned to Sunday's game against the Cowboys, according to Adam H. Beasley of ProFootballNetwork.com.

Waddle briefly left Sunday's contest with an eye issue, but it was not severe enough to bring his outing to an early end.

Waddle was forced out of Sunday's game against the Cowboys with an eye issue.

Per David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel, Waddle appeared to get poked in the eye prior to his exit from the contest. Before then, Waddle had caught one of his four targets for 50 yards.

Waddle caught eight of nine targets for 142 yards in Sunday's 30-0 win over the Jets.

With Tyreek Hill (ankle) sitting out for the first time this season, Waddle stepped up with his highest yardage total of 2023. Waddle briefly went to the blue medical tent to have his chest examined in the first quarter, but the receiver said after the game that he just had the wind knocked out of him, per David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel. Waddle showed no ill effects after checking back in. He got behind the defense for a 60-yard touchdown in the second quarter and had six catches for 118 yards and a touchdown on seven first-half targets. Waddle picked up where he left off after halftime, converting a fourth-and-5 with a 25-yard catch over the middle to set up a field goal on Miami's first possession of the third quarter. Regardless of Hill's availability for Week 16 against the Cowboys, Waddle should continue to play a key role, as Waddle has at least 79 receiving yards in three of the last four games after reaching that mark only twice through Week 11.

Waddle returned to Sunday's game versus the Jets, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle missed a stretch of plays in the first quarter after enduring a hard fall on a long completion that was negated by an offensive penalty, but after being tending to on the turf and going to the sideline tent, he was able to rejoin his teammates on the field. He'll thus be the Dolphins' top pass catcher for quarterback Tua Tagovailoa with Tyreek Hill (ankle) inactive.

Waddle suffered a chest injury during Sunday's game against the Jets.

With Tyreek Hill (ankle) inactive for Week 15, Waddle was slated to serve as the Dolphins' top pass catcher, but he ended up taking a hard fall on a long connection with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa early in the first quarter that has called back because of an offensive penalty. Waddle was tended to by team trainers for a time before visiting the sideline tent and then taking a seat on the bench. As long as Waddle remains out of the game, Cedrick Wilson, Braxton Berrios, River Cracraft, Chase Claypool and Robbie Chosen will be the wide receivers available to Miami's offense.

Waddle caught six of eight targets for 79 yards in Monday's 28-27 loss to the Titans.

Waddle exited for a few plays in the first quarter after taking a big hit at the end of a 16-yard catch over the middle, but he returned later on the same drive. Tyreek Hill (ankle) then left the game on the following possession, leaving Waddle as Miami's top wideout until Hill's return in the third quarter. Waddle finished as the team leader in catches and receiving yards in the narrow defeat, but he remains stuck on three touchdowns in 2023. With Hill hampered by his ankle injury, Waddle could be Miami's top healthy wide receiver in Week 15 against the Jets.

Waddle brought in five of eight targets for 52 yards in the Dolphins' 45-15 win over the Commanders on Sunday.

Waddle tied with Tyreek Hill for the team lead in receptions while setting the pace in targets, but the disparity between the two receivers' final production was stark considering Hill's gaudy 157-yardage tally. Waddle's middling day was particularly disappointing considering his 114-yard day in Week 12 against the Jets, and outside of his two 100-yard efforts, he's been limited to 63 yards or fewer in seven of his last nine contests. Waddle's fortunes could take a turn for the better in a Week 14 home matchup against the vulnerable Titans on Monday night, Dec. 11.

Waddle caught all eight of his targets for 114 yards in Friday's 34-13 win over the Jets.

Waddle shrugged off a tough matchup with a Jets secondary that came in allowing the fewest fantasy points in the league to wide receivers, as he set a season high in catches while coming seven yards short of his season high. This was only Waddle's second 100-yard performance of 2023 after he posted six such games last season. Waddle looks healthy after playing through injuries for much of the season, and he'll have a golden opportunity to build on his momentum in Week 13 against Washington's vulnerable secondary.

Waddle secured four of eight targets for 55 yards in the Dolphins' 20-13 in over the Raiders on Sunday.

Waddle was a distant second to Tyreek Hill in receptions, receiving yards and targets on the afternoon, but he still averaged a solid 13.8 yards per grab. The third-year speedster flashed with a season-high 121-yard performance in Week 9, but he's combined for just 97 receiving yards on 14 targets over the subsequent pair of contests. Waddle will look to bump his production back up in a Week 12 Black Friday road divisional matchup against a stingy Jets secondary.

Waddle (knee) was a full practice participant Wednesday, Vincent Bonsignore of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Waddle has dealt with a few different injuries this season -- including a knee issue that caused him to miss part of the Week 9 loss to Kansas City -- but he said Monday that he's feeling much better after a Week 10 bye. He'll be out there Sunday against the Raiders and shouldn't have any workload limitations.

Waddle (knee) said Monday that Miami's bye week allowed him time to rejuvenate his body, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

Waddle suited up for all but one of Miami's first nine games of the season despite picking up a number of injuries, but now that's he's benefited from a bye to get healthy, it doesn't look like there are real concerns about his status for Week 11 against the Raiders. The standout receiver picked up a knee injury during the Dolphins' international loss to the Chiefs in Week 9, but that appears to have been mostly soreness. It's possible Waddle is able to avoid being listed on Miami's first injury report of the week entirely come Wednesday.

Coach Mike McDaniel said Tuesday that Waddle (knee) is "in a good spot" but "definitely still sore" after Sunday's 21-14 loss to the Chiefs in Frankfurt, Hal Habib of The Palm Beach Post reports.

Waddle, who exited with a knee injury in the first quarter but was able to retake the field, secured three of six targets for 42 yards in Sunday's loss. McDaniel expressed optimism about the third-year wideout's status, but said "we're going to make sure we don't do any harm to [Waddle], moving forward," mentioning that he's already dealt with multiple injuries this season. Waddle will benefit from a bye Week 10 before returning versus the Raiders on Nov. 19, which should give him plenty of time to get healthy.

Waddle recorded three catches on six targets for 42 yards in Sunday's 21-14 loss to the Chiefs.

Waddle suffered a knee injury early in the contest, but he was able to quickly return to the field. That didn't lead to much production, however, as the Miami offense was held back offensively by a strong Kansas City defense. As a result, Waddle's streak of three games with at least 50 receiving yards came to an end.

Waddle checked back into Sunday's game against the Chiefs in Frankfurt, Germany after exiting earlier in the first quarter with a left knee injury, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle had been deemed questionable to return to the contest after he left the game following the Dolphins' second play from scrimmage when his knee appeared to get rolled up on during a Raheem Mostert rush attempt. The third-year wideout missed the rest of the Dolphins' opening possession, but after being evaluated on the sideline in the medical tent, he was cleared to check back into the game for the second play of the Dolphins' second offensive drive.

Waddle is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Chiefs in Frankfurt, Germany after suffering a knee injury in the first quarter.

After hauling in 15-yard reception on the Dolphins' first play from scrimmage, Waddle exited the contest following Miami's next play, when his left leg appeared to get rolled over while he was blocking on a Raheem Mostert run, per Alain Poupart of SI.com. The wideout was able to walk off the field under his own power, but immediately headed into a medical tent for further evaluation. The Dolphins should provide an update on Waddle's condition by halftime, if not sooner.

Waddle secured seven of 12 targets for 121 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 31-17 win over the Patriots on Sunday.

Waddle led the Dolphins in receiving yards on the afternoon, with the exclamation point coming via a 31-yard scoring grab in the fourth quarter, his third score of the season. All of Waddle's end-zone trips this season have come within the last four contests, and Sunday's performance also qualified as his first 100-yard tally of the campaign. Waddle figures to be busy once again during the Dolphins' Week 9 showdown against the powerful Chiefs offense in Germany.

Waddle (back) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Patriots, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle was a limited participant in practice Friday for a third consecutive day, but the Dolphins were apparently satisfied enough with what they saw from the wideout to clear him for Sunday. The 2021 first-round draft pick has had an injury-filled third NFL season thus far. He suffered a concussion in the Dolphins' previous matchup with the Patriots in Week 2, resulting in him sitting out Miami's Week 3 win over the Broncos. Waddle checked in and out of Miami's Week 7 loss to the Eagles due to the same back injury that affected his practice participation leading up to this Sunday's rematch with New England.

Waddle (back) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle has had his reps capped in both of the Dolphins' first two Week 8 practices, but if he's able to upgrade to full activity Friday, he should head into Sunday's game against the Patriots without an injury designation. Since missing the Dolphins' Week 3 win over Denver while recovering from a concussion, Waddle has suited up in each of Miami's last four games and is averaging 5.5 catches for 48.8 yards on 7.5 targets during that stretch.

Waddle (back) was limited at practice Wednesday, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Though Waddle was forced out of this past weekend's 31-17 loss to the Eagles, he was able to return to the contest en route to finishing with six catches (on as many targets) for 63 yards. With a limited session to start the current week, Waddle's status is now worth monitoring ahead of Sunday's game against the Patriots. The same can be said about fellow WR Tyreek Hill, who missed practice Wednesday due to a hip issue.

Waddle exited Sunday's 31-17 loss to the Eagles in the second quarter with an apparent back injury. He was able to return after halftime, finishing with six receptions on as many targets for 63 yards.

Waddle was seen favoring his back on the sidelines in the second quarter before being taken back to the locker room for further medical treatment. It appears that the Dolphins' No. 2 wideout avoided serious injury, as he was able to return in the second half and tack on four more receptions to his final total Sunday. Waddle alleviated any potential concerns regarding his brief exit Sunday by telling reporters "I feel good. Solid." following the loss to Philadelphia, Joe Schad of the Palm Beach Post reports. Taking him at his word, expect Waddle to come out with the rest of Miami's available starters against the Commanders next Sunday.

Waddle (back) has returned to Sunday's matchup with the Eagles, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle is back out on the field with Miami after exiting the game in the second quarter with a back injury. The wide receiver has three catches for 38 yards to this point in the game.

Waddle (back) is questionable to return to Sunday night's matchup with the Eagles.

Waddle went down with a back injury in the second quarter and it's unclear if the wide receiver will be back. He reeled in two catches for 24 yards before leaving the game. In his absence, Braxton Berrios and Cedrick Wilson will be amongst those that see an increase in workload on Miami's offense.

Waddle recorded seven receptions on nine targets for 51 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 42-21 win over the Panthers.

Waddle saw strong volume for the second consecutive week -- he had only one fewer target than Tyreek Hill -- and now has 19 opportunities across his last two games. Given the context of the Miami offense, he was surprisingly inefficient with the looks, though he did manage to find the end zone from four yards away -- his second consecutive matchup with a score. Heading into a Week 7 matchup against the Eagles, Waddle has clearly served as the secondary option behind Hill in the offense and has yet to top 86 yards in a game this season.

Waddle secured five of 10 targets for 35 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 31-16 win over the Giants on Sunday.

Waddle drew a team-high number of targets and recorded his first touchdown of the season on a two-yard grab just past the midway point of the first quarter. The third-year pro's modest 7.0 yards per reception was a season-low figure by a wide margin, and the amount of attention he's drawing from Tua Tagovailoa -- 26 targets through four games played -- is certainly encouraging. Waddle should have a good opportunity for a bump in his production during a Week 6 home matchup against the Panthers.

Waddle brought in four of five targets for 46 yards in the Dolphins' 48-20 loss to the Bills on Sunday.

Making his return after a Week 3 absence due to a concussion, Waddle was relatively quiet but still finished as the runner-up or tied for second in receptions, receiving yards and targets. The third-year wideout's day was serviceable, especially in the context of a performance in which Tua Tagovailoa spread the ball around to eight different pass catchers, and he should have a good chance of improving on those numbers in a Week 5 home battle versus the Giants.

Waddle has cleared the NFL's concussion protocol, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle was listed as a full practice participant Wednesday, and the subsequent confirmation that he's cleared the NFL's concussion protocol paves the way for the wideout -- who was inactive in Week 3 -- to return to action Sunday against the Bills. Waddle, who has caught eight of his 11 targets for 164 yards in two games thus far, is thus slated to reprise his starting role in Miami's high-powered offense this weekend alongside fellow WR Tyreek Hill.

Waddle (concussion) is slated to practice in full Wednesday, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Louis-Jacques adds that depending on how Wednesday's session goes, Waddle could potentially clear the NFL's concussion protocol afterward. With that in mind, Waddle -- who was inactive in Week 3 -- appears to be trending in the right direction as Sunday's game against the Bills approaches.

Waddle remains in concussion protocol Monday, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Coach Mike McDaniel sounded optimistic about Waddle's progress Monday, but the wide receiver's status is unchanged after he sat out Sunday's historic 70-20 win over the Broncos. Miami proved it can get by just fine without him, but the Dolphins would still welcome Waddle back with open arms for the team's pivotal clash with the AFC East rival Bills on Sunday. In order to play, Waddle would first have to clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol.

Waddle (concussion) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos, but he's experienced no setbacks in his recovery from the brain injury and is said to be progressing well, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

Waddle entered the concussion protocol after taking a hit to the head from Patriots linebacker Marte Mapu in the fourth quarter of last Sunday's win. He made enough progress through the five-step protocol to practice in a limited fashion Friday, and though he was initially listed as questionable for the Week 3 matchup, the Dolphins downgraded him to out Saturday. Wolfe's report suggests that Waddle's downgrade in status likely wasn't the result of the receiver having his concussion symptoms resurface; instead, he may just need more time to gain clearance from an independent neurologist. Though recovery timelines for concussions can often be volatile, at this stage, Waddle seems to have a good chance at being ready to suit up for the Dolphins in their Week 4 matchup with the Bills next Sunday. Depth wideouts Braxton Berrios and River Cracraft are expected to step into expanded roles on offense behind No. 1 receiver Tyreek Hill this weekend against the Broncos while Waddle is sidelined.

Waddle (concussion) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Waddle was unable to pass the five-step concussion protocol, so expect River Cracraft and Braxton Berrios to see more playing time. The Dolphins also called up Robbie Chosen from the practice squad and it's possible the speedster could also be used as the Dolphins attempt to get by without their stud receiver.

Waddle (concussion) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Broncos after being a limited participant in practice Friday, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

Waddle has yet to pass the NFL's five-step concussion protocol since taking a helmet-to-helmet hit in the fourth quarter of Miami's 24-17 Week 2 win over New England, but Friday's limited participation was a step in the right direction, as it marked the first time Waddle has practiced in any capacity since getting hurt. The 24-year-old wide receiver will need to clear the concussion in protocol in order to be eligible to play Sunday. If Waddle's unable to suit up, some combination of Braxton Berrios, River Cracraft, Erik Ezukanma and Cedrick Wilson will be used to fill the void opposite Tyreek Hill at wide receiver.

Coach Mike McDaniel said Friday that Waddle remains in the concussion protocol but will practice in some capacity, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.

Waddle is making tangible progress through the NFL's five-step concussion protocol, but he will need to attain full clearance in order to suit up for Sunday's contest against the Broncos. Based on his return to practice Friday, though, Waddle has at least a chance to be back on the field Week 3. If he can't go versus Denver, Braxton Berrios, River Cracraft and Erik Ezukanma will see added opportunities behind Tyreek Hill.

Waddle (concussion) wasn't spotted at practice Thursday, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Waddle didn't practice Wednesday either, but he still has time to progress through the NFL's five-step concussion protocol ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos. What the wideout is able to do Friday will thus be telling with regard to his chances of playing in Week 3, but if Waddle doesn't gain clearance to suit up, added opportunities behind Tyreek Hill would be available for Braxton Berrios, River Cracraft and Erik Ezukanma.

Coach Mike McDaniel said Wednesday "I'm not really worried about the timeline" of Waddle (concussion) progressing through the NFL's five-step protocol for brain injuries, Joe Schad of the Palm Beach Post reports.

"I'm more worried about [Waddle] getting right," McDaniel continued. Waddle didn't practice Wednesday but did participate in team stretches, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports. He will have two more chances to take the practice field before receiving a game designation for Sunday's matchup against the Broncos, but for now it seems truly up-in-the-air as to whether Waddle will fully clear the concussion protocol in time to play Week 3. If he can't go, there will be an opportunity for Braxton Berrios, River Cracraft and Erik Ezukanma to step up behind Tyreek Hill.

Waddle (concussion) isn't practicing Wednesday, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Waddle entered concussion protocol toward the end of Sunday's 24-17 win over the Patriots. He'll have two more chances to practice before the Dolphins host the Broncos this Sunday, with his status looming especially large given Miami's lack of pass-catching depth behind the tremendous duo of Waddle and Tyreek Hill.

Coach Mike McDaniel said Waddle (concussion) was "progressing" through concussion protocol as of Monday afternoon, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN reports.

Waddle left Sunday night's game late in the second half after being hit in the head by Marte Mapu, which resulted in a penalty. The star wideout was eventually escorted to the locker room and never returned to the contest. It's unclear what exactly McDaniel's comments mean, but fantasy managers should get more clarity Wednesday when Miami has to release its first injury report of Week 3.

Waddle (concussion) was downgraded to out late in Sunday's 24-17 win over the Patriots after being evaluated for a concussion.

Waddle headed to the locker room after undergoing initial tests in the blue medical tent following an illegal helmet-to-helmet hit. He will need to clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol in order to play in Week 3 against the Broncos, and it appears that initial tests detected a possible concussion. Waddle caught four of six targets for 86 yards and rushed once for minus-2 yards in the win over New England.

Waddle is being evaluated for a concussion Sunday in New England.

Waddle was taken into the blue medical tent in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game against the Patriots after taking a hit to the head from Marte Mapu, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports. Mapu was flagged for unnecessary roughness on the helmet-to-helmet hit. Waddle will need to pass concussion tests before he can return to action. The 24-year-old wide receiver had four catches for 86 yards on six targets and one rushing attempt for minus-2 yards prior to getting hurt.

Waddle (oblique) returned to a full practice Thursday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle was limited during Wednesday's session, but the wideout's return to a full practice Thursday puts him on track to be available for Sunday night's game against the Patriots. In the process, he'll continue to combine with Tyreek Hill to give Miami's offense a formidable 1-2 combo at WR. During the team's 36-34 Week 1 win over the Chargers, Waddle logged four catches on five targets for 78 yards, while Hill turned in an 11-215-2 receiving line.

Waddle (oblique) was limited in practice Wednesday, David Furones of the Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle was nursing an oblique injury before Miami's Week 1 game against the Chargers, but he suited up for the season opener and didn't seem hindered by the injury, catching four of five targets for 78 yards. The 2021 first-round pick doesn't seem to be in danger of sitting out against the Patriots on SNF, but an upgrade to full participation Thursday or Friday would help put his fantasy managers' minds at ease.

Waddle recorded four catches on five targets for 78 yards in Sunday's 36-34 win over the Chargers.

Waddle looked to be in for a big game, as he ripped off a 35-yard gain on Miami's opening drive. It's not overly surprising that he was overshadowed by Tyreek Hill from there, though Waddle was also out-targeted by Durham Smythe. Despite the limited volume, he still managed a fairly productive game thanks to his big-play ability, as half of his receptions went for more than 20 yards.

Waddle (oblique) practiced fully Thursday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle -- who was limited Wednesday -- previously noted that he expected to suit up for Sunday's season opener against the Chargers and his return to a full practice session Thursday solidifies that outcome. As the coming season approaches, Waddle and Tyreek Hill are slated to form a dynamic 1-2 WR combo in Miami's Tua Tagovailoa-helmed offense.

Waddle (oblique) was listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

Per David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel, Waddle previously indicated that he expected to play in Week 1, and the wideout's participation in Wednesday's practice bodes well for his chances of suiting up Sunday against the Chargers. Waddle will presumably need to practice fully by Friday, however, in order to head into the weekend minus an injury designation.

Waddle (abdomen) said Tuesday he's "feeling good" and expects to suit up Week 1 versus the Chargers, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle has never truly seemed in danger of missing the regular-season opener, but it's encouraging to hear him confirm as much. The third-year wideout was limited at practice Tuesday, roughly three weeks after his initial abdominal injury. Barring any setbacks, Waddle is on track to suit up as one of Tua Tagovailoa's undisputed top two targets, alongside Tyreek Hill, in what could be a high-scoring affair in Los Angeles.

Waddle (abdomen) was at practice Tuesday but didn't have a helmet during the media-access portion, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.

The Dolphins still have more than a week before their first official injury report for a Week 1 road game against the Chargers. It's been about three weeks now since Waddle first left practice early with a midsection injury that ended up keeping him out of preseason action. Recent appearances in practice, even on a limited basis, suggest he's on track for Week 1.

Waddle (abdomen) is present at Thursday's practice, but he isn't wearing pads and isn't expected to play in Saturday's preseason game against Jacksonville, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

The Dolphins reportedly are optimistic he'll be ready for Week 1 against the Chargers, and it's a good sign that he's hanging around the main practice field rather than staying indoors or being restricted to the rehab field. The Miami offense remains hugely dependent on Waddle and Tyreek Hill, with shaky depth at WR and no established receiving threat at TE or RB.

The Dolphins are optimistic Waddle (abdomen) will be able to play in Week 1 against the Chargers, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

"It's not ideal," WRs coach Wes Welker said of Waddle missing extended practice time. "I'm not too worried about it. It's more about his health and making sure he's ready to go." The third-year player hasn't practiced the last two weeks and won't play in the preseason finale. Any sort of missed time for Waddle would be bad news for Miami's top-heavy depth chart. Braxton Berrios, Cedrick Wilson, Robbie Chosen and River Cracraft are next up on the depth chart.

Waddle (abdomen) is not in line to play in Saturday's preseason game against the Texans.

Waddle has been missing practice of late, so his looming Saturday absence is not surprising. While the 2021 first-rounder isn't slated to see action versus Houston, fellow WR Tyreek Hill isn't among those listed by the Dolphins as not expected to play. Waddle's final opportunity to log exhibition action will arrive Aug. 26 against the Jaguars.

Coach Mike McDaniel said Wednesday that Waddle (abdomen) won't participate in joint practices with the Texans this week, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

McDaniel did also temper concerns by saying that Waddle wants to practices, but the team has decided to be cautious with him, per Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site. Still, fantasy managers will be anxious to see the third-year wideout back as a full practice participant soon, with just under a month remaining before Week 1's game against the Chargers. Waddle is dealing with an abdomen injury sustained in practices last week, which it looks like could hold him out of Saturday's preseason game in Houston.

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said Sunday that Waddle (abdomen) doesn't have a return timetable, but he's happy with where the wideout is at in his rehab process, Alain Poupart of SI.com reports.

Waddle left Wednesday's joint practice with Atlanta after suffering a midsection injury, and McDaniel initially said that the wideout was "fine." However, it's not surprising to see Miami proceed with an abundance of caution with one of its top offensive weapons. Waddle's next chance to suit up for game action will come next Saturday in Houston, but the Dolphins may just shut him down for the remainder of preseason action to ensure he's as close to 100 percent as possible for the regular season.

Coach Mike McDaniel said after Friday's 19-3 preseason loss to the Falcons that Waddle is "fine" following a midsection injury he suffered earlier this week, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

Waddle left Wednesday's joint practice with Atlanta due to a health concern that McDaniel now has clarified. It's thus no surprise that Miami held out Waddle along with fellow wide receiver Tyreek Hill in its exhibition opener. The team likely will exercise caution with Waddle with the aim to get him some preseason action in one of its two final games before Week 1.

Waddle (undisclosed) is not in line to see action in Friday's preseason opener against the Falcons.

Waddle left Wednesday's practice with an unspecified issue, but either way, it seems unlikely he would have played in the contest, with other key players like top QB Tua Tagovailoa, fellow WR Tyreek Hill and RBs Raheem Mostert and Jeff Wilson (undisclosed) also slated to sit this one out. Waddle's next chance to see preseason action will occur next Saturday against the Texans.

Waddle (undisclosed) headed to the locker room under his own power accompanied by trainers during Wednesday's practice, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

Wolfe notes that Waddle appeared to be holding his side as he left the field. Until further information is available, consider the wideout day-to-day as Friday's preseason opener against the Falcons approaches.

Waddle's route running has been a highlight at training camp, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Waddle played through a number of lingering injuries in 2022, but he's shown no signs of being anything less than in full form this offseason. It remains to be seen whether the standout receiver will suit up for preseason action, or whether Miami's first-team offense will get most of its reps leading up to the regular season in practice. Whatever the case, Waddle remains clearly atop the Dolphins' receiving depth chart alongside Tyreek Hill. The wideout tandem looks primed for a dominant target share from Tua Tagovialoa, while all of Robbie Chosen, Cedrick Wilson and Braxton Berrios could mix in for No. 3 reps.

Waddle caught three of seven targets for 44 yards in Sunday's 34-31 loss to the Bills in the wild-card round. He also rushed once for eight yards.

Waddle dropped what would've been a long gain on Miami's first throw of the game. He later picked up a shoulder injury while failing to make a contested catch, but Waddle played on during the second half, when he nearly scored with his lone rushing attempt. Although it wasn't Waddle's most productive day, his second season was still a big success, as he finished with 75 catches on 117 targets for 1,356 yards and eight touchdowns despite Tyreek Hill joining him in Miami's receiving corps. Looking ahead to the 2023 campaign, Waddle and Hill should again be one of the league's best wideout duos, and Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) is expected to return as the Dolphins' starting quarterback.

Waddle (shoulder) has returned to Sunday's playoff game against the Bills, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

Waddle was forced out of the game due to a shoulder injury, but was subsequently able to return to the field. Prior to his exit, the Dolphins' starting wideout had yet to catch a pass in the contest.

Waddle is questionable to return to Sunday's wild-card matchup against Buffalo due to a shoulder injury.

Waddle was shaken up following a deep pass that was broken up by Tre'Davious White. The star wideout immediately went to the medical tent after the play and was quickly ruled questionable to return. Waddle dropped his lone target before leaving the contest.

Waddle (ankle) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's road playoff game against the Bills.

Waddle practiced fully Friday and will make his postseason debut. The 24-year-old wide receiver will be catching passes from rookie seventh-round pick Skylar Thompson in the wild-card round, as Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) has been ruled out and Teddy Bridgewater (finger/knee) will dress in a backup role, if he suits up at all. Waddle could also be called upon to return kicks with Raheem Mostert (thumb) unavailable.

Waddle (ankle) remained limited at practice Thursday, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

In the wake of back-to-back limited practice listings, Waddle will probably need to work fully Friday in order to approach Sunday's playoff game against the Bills minus an injury designation. That said, earlier this week coach Mike McDaniel indicated that he would be "very surprised" if Waddle didn't play this weekend, per Adam H. Beasley of ProFootballNetwork.com.

Waddle (ankle) was limited at practice Wednesday, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

Per Adam H. Beasley of ProFootballNetwork.com, coach Mike McDaniel said earlier this week that he'd "be very surprised" if Waddle is unable to play in Sunday's playoff game against the Bills. That said, the wideout figures to need to return to a full practice by Friday in order to avoid approaching the contest with an injury designation.

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said Monday that he'd "be very surprised" if Waddle (ankle) is unable to play Sunday against the Bills, Adam H. Beasley of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

Waddle finished the regular-season finale with five receptions for 44 yards, but he appears to have picked up an ankle injury as well. He played 75 percent of Miami's offensive snaps during the win over the Jets, which is right around his season average, so it doesn't appear like the injury limited him in Week 18 or will impact his availability for the wild-card matchup against Buffalo. However, more clarity on Waddle's status will be available when the Dolphins release their next injury report, which won't come until Wednesday.

Waddle secured all five targets for 44 yards in the Dolphins' 11-6 win over the Jets on Sunday. He also rushed once for nine yards.

Waddle worked perfectly in concert with rookie quarterback Skylar Thompson, pacing the Dolphins in receptions and checking in second or tied for second in yardage and targets in the process. The second-year speedster finishes the regular campaign with 29 fewer receptions than his rookie tally of 104 -- unsurprising given Tyreek Hill's arrival this offseason -- but a new career high of 1,356 receiving yards and eight touchdowns. It remains to be seen which quarterback Waddle will work with in next weekend's tough road wild-card matchup against the Bills.

Waddle (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Jets, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

After opening Week 18 prep with a pair of limited practices, Waddle was a full participant in Friday's session, putting to rest any concern about his status for the regular-season finale. As the Dolphins aim to secure a playoff spot Sunday, Waddle will be working with third-string quarterback Skylar Thompson, whom head coach Mike McDaniel named the team's Week 18 starter with Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) ruled out and with Teddy Bridgewater (finger/knee) listed as questionable and expected to be available only in a backup capacity. In Thompson's lone other start Week 6 against the Vikings, Waddle finished with six catches for 129 yards on 10 targets.

Waddle (shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Though Waddle's reps have been capped both of the past two days, the health of his shoulder is a lesser concern for his Week 18 fantasy prospects than the state of the Miami quarterback room. Head coach Mike McDaniel has all but ruled out Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) for a second straight game, while top backup Teddy Bridgewater (knee) has been limited in practice the past two days while battling a dislocated finger on his throwing hand. Bridgewater appeared to be doing more work Thursday than he did Wednesday, but rookie seventh-rounder Skylar Thompson could be trending toward his second career start at this stage of the week. The Dolphins' final Week 18 practice Friday should provide more clarity on the status of Waddle heading into the weekend, as well as Miami's plans at quarterback.

Waddle (shoulder) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

Waddle played through a shoulder injury in October without missing any games, and he'll likely do the same this weekend as the Dolphins fight for the final wild-card spot in the AFC. QB Skylar Thompson took the first team-reps at practice Wednesday with Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) unavailable and Teddy Bridgewater limited by a dislocated finger.

Waddle secured three of five targets for 52 yards during Sunday's 23-21 loss to the Patriots.

Waddle was held in check both by a conservative gameplan and Teddy Bridgewater (finger) being replaced by Skylar Thompson in the third quarter with Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) already inactive, but it was nonetheless surprising to see him draw less targets than all of Raheem Mostert, Jeff Wilson and Trent Sherfield, not to mention Tyreek Hill. The Dolphins will work to get healthier in time for Week 18's matchup against the Jets, but it's possible Waddle could again be catching passes from Sherfield during the regular-season finale.

Waddle caught five of six targets for 143 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 26-20 loss to Green Bay.

Most of his production came in the first half, including an 84-yard TD in the first quarter, but Miami's offense imploded in the second half. Waddle has posted back-to-back 100-yard performances, giving him six on the season, and the second-year wideout has already established new career highs in receiving yards and touchdowns heading into a Week 17 clash with the Patriots.

Waddle secured three of seven targets for 114 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 32-29 loss to the Bills on Saturday night.

Waddle's game-high receiving yardage total was his best since Week 8, while his trip to the end zone, which came on a 67-yard grab in which he got wide open in the middle of the field and capped off the Dolphins' first second-half drive, was his first touchdown since Week 10. Waddle did subsequently exit the game briefly with a forearm injury but was able to return. The third-year wideout still hasn't logged more than five catches since Week 8, however, a matter he'll look to rectify in a key Week 16 Christmas Day battle at home against the Packers.

Waddle (fibula) converted two of four targets into 31 yards in Sunday's 23-17 loss to the Chargers.

Waddle was a ghost in the first half, failing to record a catch until the fourth quarter. The 24-year-old has now turned in consecutive fantasy duds while attempting to play through a leg injury. Waddle did reach 1,000 receiving yards on the year despite his recent poor play, a feat he has now accomplished in each of his first two seasons as a pro. Fellow starter Tyreek Hill suffered an ankle injury Sunday -- although he was able to finish the game -- so Waddle may be asked to carry the receiver room if the former is limited or misses Saturday's tilt against Buffalo.

Waddle (fibula) doesn't carry an injury designation for Sunday night's game against the Chargers after practicing fully both Thursday and Friday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle logged a limited session Wednesday, but back-to-back full practices have the wideout ready to play versus the Chargers. The 2021 first-rounder, who saw a 52 percent snap share in the Dolphins' Week 13 loss to the 49ers en route to catching just one of his five targets for nine yards, profiles as a bounce-back candidate in Week 14, assuming no in-game setbacks with the leg issue that slowed him last weekend.

Waddle (fibula) returned to a full practice Thursday, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Waddle was limited Wednesday, but the wideout's return to a full session Thursday puts him on track to be available Sunday night against the Chargers. Meanwhile, Tyreek Hill missed Thursday's practice due to an illness, so it remains to be seen if the Dolphins will have both of their starting WRs versus Los Angeles. Waddle, who caught just one of five targets for nine yards in Miami's Week 13 loss to the 49ers, has compiled an overall 57/972/6 stat line (on 90 targets) through 12 games to date.

Waddle (fibula) was limited at practice Wednesday, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

Waddle was limited to 24 of a possible 46 snaps on offense in this past Sunday's 33-17 loss to the 49ers en route to catching one of his five targets for nine yards. With a limited session to start the practice week, the starting wideout's status is now worth monitoring closely as this weekend's game (an 8:20 ET kickoff) against the Chargers approaches. If Waddle ends up limited at all versus Los Angeles, Trent Sherfield and River Cracraft would be in line for added WR snaps alongside Tyreek Hill.

Waddle caught just one of five targets for nine yards in Sunday's 33-17 loss to the 49ers.

Waddle's uncharacteristically low output came while he played through a leg injury against arguably the league's best defense. With Waddle moving gingerly, the Dolphins relied on teammate Tyreek Hill, who caught nine passes for 146 yards and a touchdown. Following his season-worst performance, Waddle's status will be important to track in advance of Week 14's matchup versus the Chargers. If his usage is impacted, Trent Sherfield, River Cracraft and Cedrick Wilson would figure to benefit from extra looks.

Waddle (leg) returned to Sunday's game against the 49ers, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

The Dolphins' starting wideout had been forced out of the game with a leg injury, but Waddle is back in the contest and will look to pick up the pace after not hauling in any of his first four targets Sunday.

Waddle was forced out of Sunday's game against the 49ers with a leg injury.

Prior to his exit from the contest, Waddle did not record a catch. While he's sidelined, added WR snaps alongside Tyreek Hill are available for Trent Sherfield, Cedrick Wilson and River Cracraft.

Waddle secured five of 10 targets for 85 yards in the Dolphins' 30-15 win over the Texans on Sunday.

After the Dolphins jumped out to a 30-0 halftime lead, Miami's offensive starters all eventually made an early exit from the contest. However, Waddle drew even with position mate Tyreek Hill for the team lead in receptions, checked in second in receptions to his fellow speedster and paced the Dolphins in targets. Waddle has no fewer than 66 receiving yards in any game since Week 5, a streak he'll hope to extend in a Week 13 road showdown against the 49ers.

Waddle brought in four of five targets for 66 yards in the Dolphins' 39-17 win over the Browns on Sunday.

Waddle's receiving yardage total was a team high on the afternoon, and he also logged the longest catch of the day for the Dolphins (29 yards). The second-year wideout's yardage total was actually his lowest since Week 5, but with 878 yards through 10 games, he'll head into a Week 11 bye.

Waddle secured five of seven targets for 85 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 35-32 win over the Bears on Sunday.

Waddle checked in second across the board to the other half of the Dolphins' elite wideout duo, Tyreek Hill. However, it was another successful fantasy performance for the second-year wideout, who now has six touchdown grabs on the season, half of them coming in the last two games. Waddle also has at least Sunday's yardage total in four straight games and no fewer than seven targets in three of those contests, giving him plenty of momentum heading into a favorable matchup against the Browns at home in Week 10.

Waddle brought in eight of nine targets for 106 yards and two touchdowns in the Dolphins' 31-27 win over the Lions on Sunday.

Waddle provided the Dolphins' first two touchdowns of the day with scoring receptions of five and 29 yards in the first and second quarters, respectively. The second-year speedster checked in second to position mate Tyreek Hill across the board due to the latter's stellar 12-catch, 188-yard performance on 14 targets, but Waddle's first 100-yard effort and pair of touchdowns since Week 2 certainly left his fantasy managers happy. Having now eclipsed the century mark in two of his last three games, Waddle heads into a Week 9 road matchup against the Bears with plenty of steam.

Waddle (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Detroit, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle was limited in the Dolphins' first two Week 8 practices on account of the shoulder injury, but his upgrade to full participation Friday erases most of the concern about his health heading into the weekend. With starting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa back in the lineup last Sunday against Pittsburgh for the first time since Week 4, Waddle was able to quickly re-establish chemistry with the signal-caller and produced a 4-88-0 receiving line on five targets. An even bigger game could be in the forecast this weekend while the Dolphins take on a vulnerable Detroit secondary.

Waddle (shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Waddle's reps were capped for the second day in a row, but the Dolphins haven't yet suggested that his status for Sunday's game in Detroit is truly in any jeopardy. Assuming Waddle is good to go for the Week 8 contest, he'll be in a prime spot to take aim at his fourth 100-yard receiving game of the campaign. Detroit has allowed 7.7 yards per pass attempt on the season, the second-worst mark in the NFL behind the Vikings (7.9).

Waddle (shoulder) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

It's the same injury that had Waddle listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's 16-10 win over Pittsburgh, in which he caught four of five targets for 88 yards while playing 79 percent of snaps on offense. He'll likely play through the injury again Sunday in Detroit, though Tyreek Hill has seen far more targets than Waddle ever since the 23-year-old started making regular appearances on the injury report (first with a groin injury and now the ailing shoulder).

Waddle (shoulder) caught four of five targets for 88 yards in Sunday's 16-10 win over Pittsburgh.

Both Waddle and quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (concussion/ankle) were able to suit up after carrying questionable tags during practice this week. Tyreek Hill (7-72-0) had a lopsided 13 to five advantage in targets, but it was Waddle who produced more yardage with less opportunities. Both starting wideouts will benefit from having a healthy Tua back under center, especially heading into a favorable matchup against the Lions next Sunday.

Waddle (shoulder) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Steelers.

A shoulder issue led to Waddle logging limited practices this past week, but he'll give it a go Sunday and, barring any in-game setbacks, he should continue to see his share of targets alongside fellow starting wideout Tyreek Hill in QB Tua Tagovailoa's (concussion) return to the lineup following a two-game absence. Through six contests, Waddle has done his part from a fantasy perspective, catching 30 of his 49 targets for 533 yards and three TDs, while Hill has racked up an impressive 50-701-2 line on 65 targets in that span.

Waddle (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday night's game against the Steelers after practicing in a limited fashion this week.

Given that he was able to log limited practices this week, Waddle has a chance to suit up this weekend, though his status will still be worth tracking closely ahead of Sunday night's 8:20 ET kickoff. Ideally, added context with regard to his Week 7 availability will arrive late Saturday or early Sunday when national reporters such as Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport provide their weekly injury updates.

Waddle (shoulder) was limited in practice Thursday, Miami Herald writer Daniel Oyefusi reports.

Waddle might not be 100 percent healthy, but with limited practices both days this week he is on track to be available in his usual capacity against Pittsburgh on Sunday.

Waddle (shoulder) was limited at practice Wednesday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Per Furones, coach Mike McDaniel previously expressed a degree of optimism with regard to Waddle's Week 7 availability. However, with a limited session due to a shoulder issue now under his belt, the wideout's status is now worth monitoring in advance of Sunday night's game against the Steelers.

Coach Mike McDaniel indicated that Waddle, who is dealing with an apparent shoulder injury, may be limited at practice Wednesday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

The Dolphins' upcoming injury report will confirm the nature of Waddle's injury issue as well as clarify his official practice participation level. Though the wideout's status is worth monitoring in the coming days, Furones relays that McDaniel suggested that he's optimistic Waddle will be able to play Sunday night against the Steelers.

Waddle secured six of 10 targets for 129 yards in the Dolphins' 24-16 loss to the Vikings on Sunday. He also lost a fumble.

Waddle checked in second to Tyreek Hill in receptions, receiving yards and targets, and he also committed a costly fumble at the Vikings' 14-yard line with less than five minutes remaining, leading to a Minnesota touchdown two plays later. Otherwise, Waddle was able to produce his third 100-yard effort of the season and second-highest catch tally along the way. The second-year star will aim to stay hot against an injury-hampered Steelers secondary that nevertheless played very effectively against the Buccaneers on Sunday when they face Pittsburgh in a Sunday night Week 7 home matchup.

Waddle (groin) was a full practice participant throughout the week and doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game against the Vikings.

In Week 5, both Waddle and Tyreek Hill (quadriceps/foot) missed practice time and took questionable tags into the Dolphins' game against the Jets. The two receivers were cleared to play in the 40-17 loss, but both Waddle (three catches for 23 yards on four targets) and Hill (seven receptions for 47 yards on seven targets) turned in their worst and second-worst performances, respectively, of the season while working mostly with third-string quarterback Skylar Thompson. Like Waddle, Hill was a full participant in practice throughout the week, and while the two receivers look to be in a better spot health-wise heading into this Sunday, they will once again have to make do with Thompson under center. After struggling in his first NFL action in relief of Teddy Bridgewater (concussion), Thompson will at least have the benefit of a full week of reps with the first-team offense in advance of his first career start.

Waddle (groin) caught all three of his targets for 23 yards in Sunday's 40-17 loss to the Jets.

The final score is deceiving, as Miami actually had a chance to take the lead before the Jets pulled away with three fourth-quarter touchdowns following a missed Dolphins field goal. Due to the game being close throughout, Miami was able to use a run-first approach on offense following Teddy Bridgewater's first-quarter head injury. No Dolphins receiver reached 50 yards as Miami turned to third-stringer Skylar Thompson under center, even though Waddle and Tyreek Hill (foot) combined to catch all 10 of their targets. The return of either Bridgewater or Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) would greatly benefit Waddle in Week 6 against the Vikings.

Waddle (groin) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Jets.

The same goes for Tyreek Hill (quadriceps), which sets the stage for Miami's top two wideouts to catch passes in Week 5 from Teddy Bridgewater, with Tua Tagovailoa (concussion/back/ankle) inactive. Barring any in-game setbacks, the duo should see enough volume Sunday to maintain fantasy utility. Through four games to date, Waddle - who was limited at practice Thursday and Friday - has recorded 35 targets en route to catching 21 passes for 381 yards and three TDs.

Waddle (groin), who's listed as questionable, is expected to play Sunday against the Jets, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Waddle logged back-to-back limited sessions after not practicing Wednesday due to a groin injury and was listed as questionable for Week 5. However, the second-year wideout and Tyreek Hill (quadriceps), who's also listed as questionable, are both expected to be available for Teddy Bridgewater's first start in the absence of Tua Tagovailoa (concussion). Regardless, fantasy managers are still encouraged to confirm Waddle's status ahead of Sunday's 1:00 PM ET kickoff before locking him into lineups.

Waddle (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets after practicing in a limited fashion Friday, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

The same goes for Tyreek Hill (quad), though fortunately for those considering either of Miami's top wideout options in Week 5 fantasy lineups, the team kicks off at 1:00 ET on Sunday. Look for added context regarding the duo's status to arrive late Saturday/early Sunday, when national reporters such as Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport provide their weekly injury updates.

Waddle (groin) was a limited practice participant Thursday, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Though he's not out of the woods just yet, Waddle's return to practice in some capacity after sitting out Wednesday's session is a good sign for his chances of suiting up Sunday against the Jets. If he's able to upgrade to full activity Friday, Waddle will likely enter the weekend without an injury designation and shouldn't face any restrictions with his snap count. He will, however, be catching passes from a new starting quarterback in Week 5, as Teddy Bridgewater is filling in for Tua Tagovailoa while the latter signal-caller is in the NFL's concussion protocol.

Waddle (groin) participated in the media-access portion of Thursday's practice, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

Waddle was listed as a non-participant Wednesday, but his presence at Thursday's practice bodes well for his availability for Sunday's game against the Jets. The Dolphins' upcoming injury report will clarify the wideout's official participation level. In Miami's Week 4 loss to the Bengals, Waddle recorded an 86 percent snap share while catching two of his five targets for 39 yards.

Waddle (groin) didn't practice Wednesday, Mike Masala of USA Today reports.

Waddle was among 17 players listed on the Dolphins' first injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Jets. The wideout's status is therefore worth tracking in the coming days, but if he is able to suit up this weekend, Waddle will be catching passes from Teddy Bridgewater, with starting QB Tua Tagovailoa (concussion/back/ankle) already ruled out for Week 5 action.

Waddle secured two of five targets for 39 yards in the Dolphins' 27-15 loss to the Bengals on Thursday night.

Waddle uncharacteristically checked in third in receptions, receiving yards and targets for the Dolphins on the night, with Teddy Bridgewater focusing more on Tyreek Hill and even Trent Sherfield after he entered the game for an injured Tua Tagovailoa (head/neck) in the second quarter. Waddle had produced a stellar 19-342-3 line on 30 targets through his first three games, so there's reason to believe he'll bounce back with stronger numbers irrespective of who's under center during a Week 5 road battle against the Jets a week from Sunday.

Waddle (groin) is listed as active for Thursday night's game against the Bengals.

As is starting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (back/ankle), which sets the stage for Tyreek Hill and Waddle -- barring any in-game setbacks - to once again remain the focus of Miami's passing game Thursday. It's an arrangement that's led to a fantasy-friendly 19/342/3 stat line (on 30 targets) for Waddle through three games to date.

Waddle (groin) is expected to be active for Thursday's contest in Cincinnati, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Waddle and quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (back/ankle) are both officially listed as questionable for Thursday Night Football, but expected to play barring any setbacks. The Dolphins' inactives list will confirm both player's status roughly 90 minutes before Thursday's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff, in any case. As long as he's cleared to take the field, Waddle looks the part of a must-start fantasy option. He's coming off back-to-back performances of over 100 receiving yards and has scored three touchdowns through as many contests.

Waddle (groin) is listed as questionable for Thursday night's game against the Bengals after being listed as limited on Wednesday's practice estimate, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

The same applies to starting QB Tua Tagovailoa (back/ankle), with the duo's Week 4 status set to be officially confirmed upon the release of Miami's inactives ahead of Thursday's 8:15 ET kickoff. In the Dolphins 21-19 win over the Bills this past Sunday, Waddle logged 32 of a possible 43 snaps on offense en route to catching four of his six targets for 102 yards.

Waddle (groin) was a limited participant at Tuesday's walkthrough, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

Waddle was listed as a non-participant on Monday's practice estimate, so he is seemingly trending in the right direction, even though his reported activity level was an estimate both days this week. The second-year receiver paced the Dolphins' pass catchers Week 3 with 102 yards on four receptions. His status will need to continue to be monitored as Thursday's matchup with the Bengals approaches.

Waddle (groin) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated practice report, per Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site.

Waddle led the team with 102 receiving yards during Sunday's narrow win over the Bills, but he apparently picked up a groin injury as well. The extent of the issue is unclear, but it's something worth monitoring, especially with the Dolphins on a short week.

Waddle brought in four of six targets for 102 yards and added one rush for nine yards in the Dolphins' 21-19 win over the Bills on Sunday.

Waddle paced the Dolphins in receiving yards, significantly outpacing the runner-up in that category, fellow speedster and position mate Tyreek Hill (33 yards). The 2021 first-round pick also had a team-high 45-yard catch while forging his second straight 100-yard effort. Waddle's next opportunity to build on his 19-342-3 line comes in a Week 4 road matchup against the Bengals on Thursday night.

Waddle brought in 11 of 19 targets for 171 yards and two touchdowns in the Dolphins' 42-38 win over the Ravens on Sunday.

The eye-popping target volume says it all in terms of Waddle's chemistry with Tua Tagovailoa, and it underscores how intensive a comeback the Dolphins were forced to mount after entering the fourth quarter down 35-21. Waddle was an integral part of the unlikely victory, recording a six-yard touchdown grab in the second quarter and then capping off the rally via a seven-yard score with only 14 seconds remaining. Waddle has opened the season with three touchdown receptions in his first two games and is clearly benefitting from fellow speedster Tyreek Hill's presence, but the entire Miami air attack will have quite the task in a Week 3 home matchup versus the Bills next Sunday.

Waddle caught four of five targets for 69 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 20-7 win over the Patriots. He added eight yards on one rushing attempt.

Waddle found a seam between three Patriots defenders and turned on the jets to score a 42-yard touchdown in the final seconds of the first half. Besides that splashy play, Waddle played second fiddle to Tyreek Hill, who led the team in targets (12) and scrimmage yards (100). The two explosive wide receivers showed they can coexist in this one, and Miami should continue to feature both in Week 2 against the Ravens.

Waddle (quad) practiced fully Thursday, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

After logging a limited session Wednesday, Waddle was able to practice fully Thursday, which sets the stage for the 2021 first-rounder to be available for Sunday's season opener against the Patriots. Heading into the upcoming campaign, Waddle and Tyreek Hill are in line to form a dynamic 1-2 punch at wideout for the Dolphins, and in that context both players should see steady target volume from QB Tua Tagovailoa in 2022.

Waddle (quad) was listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com previously reported that Waddle, who is dealing with a quad issue, was working at Wednesday's practice minus a leg sleeve, with the starting wideout's participation in the session representing a positive sign with regard to his status for Sunday's season opener against the Patriots.

Waddle (lower body) is practicing without a leg sleeve Wednesday, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Coach Mike McDaniel called Waddle limited Wednesday, but it's encouraging to see the second-year pro operating without a leg sleeve. Waddle will have two more chances to upgrade his activity level prior to Sunday's season opener against the Patriots, but barring any setbacks it looks like he's on track to take the field.

Waddle (lower body) is practicing with teammates Monday, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Coach Mike McDaniel again affirmed that Waddle is on track for Sunday's regular-season opener against the Patriots. The Dolphins have taken a cautious approach to the second-year pro's recovery from an undisclosed lower body injury, but it's looking like Waddle may not even face a snap count Week 1. Miami's first set of injury reports of the 2022 season will provide more tangible information about Waddle's health, but for now he can be considered fully on track to operate alongside Tyreek Hill as one of Tua Tagovailoa's top weapons vs. New England.

Coach Mike McDaniel said Thursday he's "very, very, very confident" Waddle (lower body) will be available Week 1 versus the Patriots, Alain Poupart of SI.com reports.

Waddle returned to practice as a limited participant Tuesday, and he continues to work his way back from an unspecified lower body injury. There don't appear to be any real concerns about the second-year wideout's status for the regular-season opener, and he still has over a week to get fully healthy before Sept. 11. When healthy, Waddle is set to pair up with Tyreek Hill, forming the speediest one-two combo at receiver in the league as he looks to build upon a 104/1015/6 rookie line.

Waddle (lower body) is practicing in a limited capacity Tuesday, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Waddle is dealing with an undisclosed lower body injury, the severity of which prevented him from seeing action during any of Miami's three preseason contests. The second-year wideout was previously termed day-to-day, however, so it looks like he has a solid chance of returning to full health ahead of the Dolphins' season opener against New England on Sept. 11. When healthy, Waddle is locked in alongside Tyreek Hill as one of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's top targets.

Waddle (undisclosed) is not in line to play in Saturday's preseason finale against the Eagles.

Waddle's next game action is thus on tap for the Dolphins' Week 1 contest against the Patriots. At that time, he's slated to combine with Tyreek Hill to form one of the more dynamic 1-2 WR punches in the NFL.

Waddle (undisclosed) stretched with teammates Wednesday but isn't practicing, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

Waddle has now been out for more than a week after initially being deemed day-to-day. Coach Mike McDaniel said Sunday that he's not worried about Waddle's Week 1 availability, and the second-year wideout still has more than two weeks to recover before the opener against New England.

Waddle (undisclosed) was held out of Saturday's preseason game against the Raiders as a precaution, Hal Habib of The Palm Beach Post reports.

Per Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald, coach Mike McDaniel indicated that the team plans to get Waddle "involved a little bit" in the coming days, albeit with a degree of caution, with the wideout possibly managing an unspecified injury. In any case, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post relays via McDaniel that there's no concern regarding Waddle's Week 1 availability.

Waddle (undisclosed) will not play in Saturday's preseason game against Las Vegas.

The Dolphins are mostly playing their starters, but Waddle is out with a seemingly minor injury. Cedrick Wilson, Preston Williams and Trent Sherfield are the top candidates to take on extra WR snaps with the first-team offense.

Waddle is day-to-day with a minor, unspecified injury, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Waddle didn't practice Tuesday, though coach Mike McDaniel said the wideout wanted to suit up and was held out by the medical staff to prevent any aggravation. This doesn't sound like threat to his Week 1 availability, and Waddle should be back on the practice field soon enough.

Waddle was present for practice Tuesday but didn't participate, Adam H. Beasley of Pro Football Network reports.

This usually suggests a minor injury, though it isn't automatically the case. Waddle was held out of the preseason opener against Tampa, along with other starters, and it's unclear how the Dolphins will approach their second exhibition Saturday against Las Vegas. Coach Mike McDaniel said Tuesday that he didn't want to reveal his plan, at least not yet.

Waddle isn't slated to play in Saturday's preseason game in Tampa Bay.

All of Waddle, fellow wide receiver Tyreek Hill, starting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and running backs Chase Edmonds and Raheem Mostert are sitting out the Dolphins' exhibition opener. As a result, the receiving corps will feature Cedrick Wilson, Preston Williams and Trent Sherfield, among others, Saturday.

Waddle and Tyreek Hill have been regularly generated explosive plays and been featured during the early days of training camp, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Waddle offered high praise for Hill's impact on Miami's offense, and per Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network, he also noted that the All-Pro wideout has taken on a "big brother" mentorship role. Wingfield stresses the new explosive dimension gifted to the Dolphins' offense by deploying Waddle and Hill in tandem, and observes that in the early days of training camp, both wideouts have benefited from the other demanding defensive attention. Hill made a handful of deep plays during Day 2 of training camp while Waddle's highlights are mostly described as involving short routes, but there's plenty of time for both to take reps all over the field before Week 1.

Waddle is likely to slide down the wide receiver depth chart following Miami's acquisition of Tyreek Hill in a trade with the Chiefs, Travis Wingfield of the team's official site reports.

Waddle set an NFL rookie record with 104 catches last season, while also surpassing 1,000 receiving yards and scoring six touchdowns, but he no longer seems like the favorite for the No. 1 wideout spot entering the 2022 season. Hill, whose skillset inspires obvious comparisons to Waddle's, established himself as one of the top playmakers in the league during his time in Kansas City, and figures to operate as a pillar of new coach Mike McDaniel's scheme. The six-time Pro Bowler commanded 159 targets in 2021, while surpassing 1,100 receiving yards in four of the last five seasons. While there's still plenty of reason for excitement about Waddle's future, especially in dynasty formats, Hill's arrival could serve to limit the second-year pro's production upside for 2022. Mike Gesicki, Cedrick Wilson, and incumbent DeVante Parker also all stand to demand a share of targets, as well.

Waddle caught five of seven targets for 27 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 33-24 win over the Patriots.

While he didn't gain much in the way of yardage, Waddle still led the Dolphins in catches and targets, and his seven-yard TD grab in the first quarter opened the scoring. He also set a new NFL rookie record with 104 receptions, breaking the mark of 101 set by Anquan Boldin in 2003, and Waddle avoided an asterisk by doing it in 16 games. He'll head into 2022 as Miami's clear No. 1 receiver, but it's not yet clear if he'll still be catching passes from Tua Tagovailoa, or if the team will look for an upgrade at quarterback in the offseason.

Waddle brought in three of seven targets for 47 yards in the Dolphins' 34-3 loss to the Titans on Sunday. He also returned one punt for 15 yards.

Waddle's recent run of high-volume efforts came to a halt Sunday against a feisty Titans secondary, leading to his lowest yardage total since Week 8. The rookie also saw a three-game streak of double-digit targets go by the wayside, as DeVante Parker led the way with 13 looks overall. Despite the downturn Sunday, Waddle will have a chance to hit the 100-catch mark with just one reception in Week 18 against the Patriots.

Waddle caught 10 of 12 targets for 92 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's 20-3 win over the Saints.

Waddle was the engine to Miami's offense, moving the sticks by getting free on a variety of underneath routes. His after-the-catch ability once again offered a consistent outlet for quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, including on his one-yard touchdown from a misdirection push pass in the second half. Prior to that score, however, Tagovailoa found Waddle downfield on a flea flicker, significantly improving his average with a 24-yard gain. After missing last week's game while on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Waddle immediately picked up where he previously left off, turning in his third straight performance with at least nine receptions for 90 yards. As the Dolphins continue to fight for a playoff spot, expect the dynamic rookie Waddle to remain highly involved to close the campaign.

Coach Brian Flores said Monday that Waddle (illness) will be activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official sitereports.

Waddle missed Sunday's win over the Jets after testing positive for COVID-19 on Thursday, but the standout rookie receiver will be back at team facilities Monday. The timing of Waddle's clearance will allow him a full week of practice activity in advance of facing the Saints on Monday Night Football in Week 16. Tua Tagovailoa's favorite target will thus rejoin a receiving corps also led by DeVante Parker and Mike Gesicki, though coach Brian Flores relayed Monday that Will Fuller (finger) has suffered "some setbacks" in his recovery and is not expected to return this season, per Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald.

The Dolphins did not activate Waddle from the reserve/COVID-19 list in advance of Sunday's game against the Jets, per Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald and Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network.

Waddle, who landed on the list Thursday, will thus target a potential return to action in Week 16, when Miami faces the Saints on Dec. 27. In his absence, the Dolphins' top available options at wide receiver are DeVante Parker and Albert Wilson, with Mack Hollins, Isaiah Ford, Preston Williams and Tommylee Lewis also in the mix.

The Dolphins are slated to place Waddle on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

With Waddle headed to the reserve/COVID-19 list, the wideout's status for Sunday's game against the Jets is now uncertain. In that context, the Dolphins' top available options at wide receiver are currently DeVante Parker, Albert Wilson, Mack Hollins, Isaiah Ford and Preston Williams.

Waddle recorded nine receptions on 11 targets for 90 yards in Sunday's 20-9 victory over the Giants.

Waddle continued his breakout even with the return of DeVante Parker (shoulder), racking up double-digit targets for the fifth time in his last eight games. While he wasn't able to top 100 yards for the second consecutive contest, he did manage several chunk gains of 25, 17 and 11 yards. Waddle has particularly displayed the big-play aspect of his game of late, as he's now delivered four receptions of 20 yards or more in his last four games. In comparison, he had just two such gains across the first nine contests of his career. Waddle will have to wait until Week 15 to take the field again as the Dolphins head into their bye in Week 14.

Waddle brought in nine of 10 targets for 137 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 33-10 win over the Panthers on Sunday. He also returned one punt for seven yards.

The rookie posted his first career 100-yard effort in the Dolphins' fourth consecutive win, and both his reception and yardage totals paced all pass catchers on the afternoon. Waddle also recorded his fourth receiving touchdown of the season in the second quarter on a nine-yard scoring grab, and with at least eight catches in three of the past four games, he heads into a Week 13 home matchup against the Giants with no shortage of momentum.

Waddle caught eight of nine targets for 65 yards and added a one-yard rushing touchdown in Sunday's 24-17 win over the Jets.

Waddle capped the opening drive with a one-yard rushing touchdown, easily out-sprinting the Jets defense to the edge. The rookie wide receiver has scored from in close on both of his rushing attempts this season, complementing a trio of receiving touchdowns. His chemistry with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa should ensure a robust touch floor for Waddle in Week 12 against the Panthers.

Waddle hauled in four of six targets for 61 yards in the Dolphins' 22-10 win over the Ravens on Thursday night. He also returned one punt for six yards.

Waddle co-led the team in receptions alongside Albert Wilson and Isaiah Ford, with a 35-yard grab accounting for a good chunk of his production. After 33- and 31-yard tallies in Weeks 4 and 5, Waddle has bounced back to eclipse 60 yards in four of the last five contests. His next opportunity to extend that solid stretch of production comes a week from Sunday in a Week 11 divisional road clash with the Jets.

Waddle brought in eight of 10 targets for 83 yards in the Dolphins' 17-9 win over the Texans on Sunday. He also returned two kickoffs for 47 yards.

The rookie bounced back from an underwhelming 4-29 line against the Bills in Week 8 with Sunday's effort, which featured team-leading figures in receptions, receiving yards and targets. With DeVante Parker (shoulder) having joined Will Fuller (finger) on injured reserve Saturday, Waddle easily profiles as Miami's most explosive wideout and should enjoy another significant role in a Week 10 Thursday night matchup against the Ravens.

Waddle brought in four of 12 targets for 29 yards in the Dolphins' 26-11 loss to the Bills on Sunday. He also returned two punts for 25 yards.

The rookie was highly inefficient on a day when he logged the second-highest number of targets of his young career. Waddle had encouragingly recorded 17 receptions over the last two games on 21 targets, so the constant failure to connect with Tua Tagovailoa on Sunday was particularly alarming yet also largely explained by the elite Bills secondary. Waddle will aim for a significant turnaround in his numbers Week 9 against the visiting Texans.

Waddle brought in seven of eight targets for 83 yards in the Dolphins' 30-28 loss to the Falcons on Sunday.

The rookie shared the team lead in receptions and targets with Mike Gesicki and checked in second to his teammate in receiving yards with a tally that qualified as Waddle's career high. The Alabama product now has a whopping 17 receptions on 21 targets over the last two games alone, making him a PPR darling despite typically recording many of his receptions near relatively close to the line of scrimmage. Waddle will look to continue piling up the production in a thorny Week 8 road divisional battle against the Bills.

Waddle recorded 10 receptions on 13 targets for 70 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Jaguars.

Waddle enjoyed the return of Tua Tagovailoa and immediately showed rapport with his young quarterback. The duo connected for touchdowns of six and two yards -- Waddle's first trips to the end zone since Week 1. Despite the strong production, Waddle didn't work down the field regularly as his longest reception of the contest went for just 14 yards. To continue to produce, he'll likely have to see considerable volume, which could become a bit more complicated once DeVante Parker (shoulder) is able to retake the field. Even so, Waddle's performance Sunday was encouraging after he had combined to record only five receptions for 64 yards combined across his last two games.

Waddle's set to work as the Dolphins' top wide receiver Sunday against the Jaguars with DeVante Parker (shoulder) ruled out, and he's expected to be catching passes from Tua Tagovailoa, who's set to return from a rib injury, Joe Schad of the Palm Beach Post reports.

Waddle just put forth a disappointing two-catch performance against Tampa Bay with Parker sidelined, but that was with backup Jacoby Brissett under center. The only game Waddle played with his former Alabama teammate Tagovailoa under center for more than a quarter was Week 1, and that's also the only game in which the rookie first-round pick has found the end zone. Waddle will have a good opportunity to make it 2-for-2 in touchdowns with Tua against a vulnerable Jacksonville secondary in London.

Waddle could be in line for increased offensive usage with Will Fuller (finger) bound for IR, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waddle has handled a starting role in Miami's offense since Week 1, but he only took the field at the same time as Fuller over the past two weeks. We'll still have to wait at least three more games getting a good sample size on what the Dolphins' scheme looks like with all of Waddle, Fuller and DeVante Parker healthy at the same time. In the meantime, Waddle and Parker will continue to operate as the clear top wideouts. Tua Tagovailoa (ribs) could come off IR as early as Week 6, but Waddle will need to work with Jacoby Brissett under center again for at least Sunday's contest in Tampa Bay.

Waddle secured three of four targets for 33 yards during Sunday's 27-17 loss to Indianapolis.

Waddle is just one week removed from having seen 13 targets from Jacoby Brissett, but he took a back seat to DeVante Parker (4/77/1 on nine targets) against Indianapolis. If Will Fuller (hand) isn't able to suit up at Tampa Bay in Week 5, Waddle could end up handling more opportunities, but it still isn't easy to trust the rookie as an every-week fantasy option -- especially with Tua Tagovailoa (ribs) still out at least one more game.

Waddle caught 12 of 13 passes for 58 yards in Sunday's 31-28 overtime loss to the Raiders.

He was Jacoby Brissett's favorite option on the afternoon, but Waddle wasn't able to do much with his team-leading volume -- the rookie's longest catch went for only nine yards, and he got tackled for a safety on a botched wide receiver screen late in the first quarter. With Tua Tagovailoa (ribs) out for at least two more games, Waddle may need to rely on his ability to gain yards after the catch to post stronger numbers in Week 4 at home against the Colts.

Waddle caught six of eight targets for 48 yards and lost a fumble in Sunday's 35-0 loss to the Bills.

Waddle led the Dolphins in targets and receiving yards, but his most memorable play was a special teams miscue -- he muffed a punt return near midfield in the final minute of the first half. Backup quarterback Jacoby Brissett looked Waddle's way often after replacing the injured Tua Tagovailoa (ribs) in the first quarter, but Miami's pecking order in the passing game could change in Week 3 against the Raiders if Will Fuller (personal) makes his season debut alongside Waddle and DeVante Parker, who caught five of his team-high nine targets for 42 yards in this one.

Waddle and DeVante Parker are in line to continue to serve as Miami's top wide receivers Sunday against the Bills, Kevin Patra of NFL.com reports.

Will Fuller, who was expected to return to the team's lineup this weekend, won't be available for Sunday's contest due to a personal matter. In Week 1, Waddle hauled in four of his five targets for 61 yards and a TD, while Parker recorded a 4-81-0 stat line on a team-high seven targets. The duo (who started at WR in the team's season opener) should to continue to be key cogs in Miami's passing game in Week 2, with Albert Wilson, Preston Williams, Mack Hollins and Jakeem Grant also candidates to mix in.

Waddle recorded four receptions on six targets for 61 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' Week 1 victory over New England.

Waddle was out-targeted by only DeVante Parker, and he finished second on the team with 61 receiving yards. He showed explosiveness in a variety of ways and picked up 17 yards on the team's first play from scrimmage. Waddle played a key role at other points in the game, hauling in a deep reception of 36 yards that set up a field goal just before halftime. On the team's opening possession of the second half, Waddle found the end zone on a three-yard catch. While Will Fuller will return for the team's Week 2 matchup against Buffalo, Waddle showcased his capabilities in his opening regular-season contest as a professional.

In his NFL regular-season debut Sunday against the Patriots, Waddle could see an expanded role in Miami's offense, with Will Fuller (suspension) unavailable, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Per Furones, the No. 6 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft is projected to play a key role in the Dolphins' run-pass option offense in any case, and with Fuller out this weekend Waddle should have an immediate opportunity to rekindle his on-field chemistry with his former college quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. At 5-foot-10, 182 pounds, Waddle profiles as an explosive playmaker, and while it remains to be seen how steady his volume will be early on in his pro career, minus Fuller and with Preston Williams iffy with a foot injury, the Alabama product has a chance to make an impact in Week 1 in tandem with fellow key pass-catchers WR DeVante Parker and TE Mike Gesicki.

Waddle caught three of four targets for 21 yards while missing some snaps due to injury during Saturday's preseason win against the Falcons.

With six wide receivers sitting for the Dolphins -- notably, DeVante Parker (undisclosed) and Will Fuller (foot) -- Waddle got the start and was targeted on three of Tua Tagovailoa's first four passes. On the 10th play of Miami's opening drive, though, Waddle was undercut by an Atlanta defender while blocking. The scary moment included the rookie first-round pick remaining on the field for awhile, going to the blue medical tent and eventually walking to the locker room under his own power, all the while in visible pain. However, he was able to come back to the sideline, test out his left leg with running and cutting and eventually rejoin the Dolphins offense on the field. It'll be interesting to see if he misses upcoming practices, but Waddle appears to have dodged a bullet during exhibition action.

Waddle wasn't targeted in Saturday's preseason game against the Bears, but he did have a 24-yard punt return in the first quarter.

Waddle worked with the first-team offense and got plenty of snaps alongside Tua Tagovailoa, who threw six of his 11 passes to tight ends. The rookie first-round pick at least got a chance to show off his talent on special teams, though he'll have tough competition for return work on a team with WR/RS Jakeem Grant. In any case, Waddle should see at least one or two targets in the second week of the preseason, even if one or two of the Dolphins' veteran wideouts (Will Fuller, DeVante Parker, Albert Wilson) is able to make it back on the field. Miami will host the Falcons on Aug. 21, before wrapping up the exhibition schedule Aug. 29 at Cincinnati.

Waddle is listed as a backup on the Dolphins' first depth chart of the season, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.

Waddle is listed behind entrenched starters DeVante Parker and Will Fuller (suspension/foot) in addition to Albert Wilson, who opted out of the 2020 season. Wilson is an experienced slot playmaker who could certainly contribute on offense if he's retained his explosiveness heading into his age-29 season, but Waddle's status as a first-round pick should let him find his way into the starting lineup sooner than later. As Mark Inabinett of AL.com reports, Waddle recently said his surgically repaired right ankle feels "totally back to normal." Both Waddle and Wilson have drawn positive reviews through the early portion of training camp.

Waddle's surgically repaired right ankle is "still somewhat of an issue" nine months after the initial injury, according to PFN's Adam Beasley.

The sixth overall pick dislocated his ankle last October and had surgery the same night, later making it back for a brief appearance in the national championship game where he caught three passes for 34 yards just two and a half months after suffering the injury. Despite the unusually quick return to action and subsequent early draft slot, Waddle reportedly still walks with a slight limp at times and has been tightly wrapping his right ankle before every practice. Then again, he's at least been practicing, while fellow Miami wideouts DeVante Parker (PUP - undisclosed), Preston Williams (PUP - foot) and Will Fuller (undisclosed) all were absent from Thursday's session. Waddle's ankle may continue to require some maintenance, but he did say he's feeling good and has been handling full workloads in practice, thus beginning to build his case for a top-three role right out of the gate. The Dolphins do have a deep group at wide receiver, however, so they can afford to rest Waddle at some point -- or ease him in wit

Waddle signed his rookie contract worth $27.1 million including a $17.1 million signing bonus with the Dolphins on Friday, Josh Tolentino of The Athletic reports.

The 2021 sixth-overall pick is now set to reunite with his college quarterback Tua Tagovailoa on the Dolphins. Will Fuller figures to have the same type of field-stretching role Waddle will have this season but on just a one-year deal, whatever Fuller's short-term impact may be, don't expect it to hinder Waddle too much from emerging as the team's top future playmaker for years to come.