In the latest updates ahead of their Sunday showdown, the Miami Dolphins and Jacksonville Jaguars have provided significant changes to their injury reports. The encouraging news for the Dolphins is that four players have been removed from the previous injury report released on Tuesday. Notably, players who had been granted veteran rest have returned to practice, enhancing the team’s depth and readiness. However, the Dolphins are facing a setback as a crucial starter remains unable to practice, raising concerns about their performance and strategy against the Jaguars.

On the Jaguars’ side, there have been no changes to their injury report, with safety Daniel Thomas being the sole player listed. Thomas is currently dealing with an Achilles injury, which has limited his participation in practice sessions on both Tuesday and Wednesday. This situation could potentially impact the Jaguars’ defensive lineup and their overall game strategy as they prepare to face a potent Dolphins offense.

The Dolphins continue to miss cornerback Jalen Ramsey, who is sidelined with a hamstring injury, as he did not participate in practice on both Wednesday and Thursday. Additionally, center Aaron Brewer (hand), defensive tackle Benito Jones (knee), and wide receiver Malik Washington (quadriceps) all faced restrictions during practices on both days. The absence of these key players could have significant ramifications for the Dolphins’ defensive and offensive strategies as they gear up for this critical matchup.

In a positive update, linebacker Jalean Phillips has progressed from being a non-participant on Wednesday to a full participant on Thursday. Phillips had previously been given a veteran’s day of rest, but he is also on the mend from an Achilles tear that prematurely ended his 2023 season. Additionally, safety Jordan Poyer (thumb/vet rest) and linebacker Anthony Walker (knee/vet rest) also saw improvements, moving from limited participation on Wednesday to full participation on Thursday, strengthening the Dolphins’ defensive capabilities.

Safety Jevon Holland, who was a full participant on Wednesday despite dealing with an ankle issue, continued to engage fully in practice on Thursday, showcasing his resilience and readiness for the game. His presence on the field is crucial for the Dolphins’ secondary as they prepare to face the Jaguars’ offensive threats.

Furthermore, tackle Terron Armstead and defensive tackle Calais Campbell, who were both absent from Wednesday’s practice as part of their veteran rest, have been removed from the injury report on Thursday. Cornerback Kendall Fuller and linebacker David Long, who were restricted in their activities on Wednesday under the team’s veteran rest program, have also been cleared, indicating a return to full strength for the Dolphins as they prepare for the upcoming game.

The highly anticipated matchup between the Dolphins and Jaguars is set to kick off at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. Both teams are expected to release their final injury reports tomorrow, which will provide further insight into their lineups and readiness for this critical clash.