What happened: The Miami Dolphins placed defensive lineman Zach Sieler and quarterback Malik Willis on injured reserve Tuesday, while waiving cornerback Reese Taylor. Sieler sustained a ruptured biceps during Sunday's 19-9 loss to the Detroit Lions and will undergo season-ending surgery. Willis exited the same contest after completing 13 of 25 passes for 128 yards and an interception.
Why it matters: The moves leave Miami without two primary starters as the team sits at 1-7 and 14th in the AFC standings. Sieler, who stated in October that he was not seeking a trade, had recorded 24 tackles and two sacks through eight games. Willis' absence forces another quarterback transition for an offense that has dropped two consecutive games.
By the numbers: In 2026 through eight games, Willis has completed 121 of 208 passes for 1,396 yards, six touchdowns, and six interceptions. Sieler has totaled 24 tackles and two sacks in eight games this season, while Miami stands at 1-7 following a 19-9 loss to Detroit.
What to watch: Miami must establish a revised quarterback plan before Week 11 as Willis opens a mandatory four-game minimum stay on injured reserve.